llevaste
/yeh-VAHS-teh/
you carried
The image shows someone who carried a suitcase, illustrating the physical transport meaning of the word.
llevaste(verb)
you carried
?transporting an object physically
,you took
?moving an object or person to a destination
you brought
?less common, depends on perspective
📝 In Action
¿Por qué llevaste tantas maletas al viaje?
A1Why did you carry so many suitcases on the trip?
Llevaste los libros a la biblioteca ayer.
A2You took the books to the library yesterday.
💡 Grammar Points
Simple Past Action (Preterite)
This form 'llevaste' tells you that the action of carrying or taking happened once and finished completely in the past.
'Tú' Form
'Llevaste' is the 'tú' form, meaning you are talking directly to one person informally about what they did.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Llevar vs. Traer
Mistake: "Using 'llevar' when you mean 'traer' (to bring to the speaker's location)."
Correction: 'Llevar' means to take *away* from the speaker. 'Traer' means to bring *to* the speaker. If you are talking to someone about what they brought to your house, use 'trajiste', not 'llevaste'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Use for Delivery
Use 'llevar' when talking about bringing food or items to someone's location, like '¿Llevaste la pizza?' (Did you take the pizza?).
This image represents the meaning 'you wore,' specifically showing someone who wore a scarf.
llevaste(verb)
you wore
?clothing, accessories, or makeup
you had on
?general appearance
📝 In Action
Llevaste ese sombrero rojo en la fiesta, ¿no?
A2You wore that red hat at the party, didn't you?
Vi que llevaste gafas nuevas a la reunión.
B1I saw that you wore new glasses to the meeting.
💡 Grammar Points
Use for Appearance
'Llevar' is the standard verb for describing what someone has on their body, covering clothing, accessories, and hairstyles.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'Llevar' and 'Ponerse'
Mistake: "Using 'llevar' (you wore) when you mean 'ponerse' (you put on)."
Correction: 'Llevaste' describes the state (what was on your body). 'Te pusiste' describes the action of getting dressed. 'Llevaste el abrigo' (You wore the coat) vs. 'Te pusiste el abrigo' (You put the coat on).
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: llevaste
Question 1 of 2
Which English translation is NOT correct for the sentence: '¿Qué llevaste a la fiesta de anoche?'
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'llevar' have so many meanings?
Like the English verb 'to get,' 'llevar' is highly versatile. Its core idea is 'movement' or 'possession.' This core concept extends logically to carrying (physical movement), taking (movement to a destination), and wearing (possessing something on your body).
Is 'llevaste' formal or informal?
'Llevaste' is the 'tú' form, which is used for informal conversations with friends, family, or people your age. If you were speaking formally to an older person or a boss, you would use 'llevó' (the Usted form).