lleves
“lleves” means “you carry” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
you carry, you take
Also: you bring
📝 In Action
Quiero que lleves este paquete a la oficina de correos.
A2I want you to take this package to the post office.
Espero que no lleves mucho equipaje, será difícil caminar.
B1I hope you don't carry much luggage; it will be difficult to walk.
you wear
📝 In Action
Te recomiendo que lleves un abrigo, hace mucho frío afuera.
A2I recommend that you wear a coat; it's very cold outside.
Dudo que lleves el uniforme hoy, es día libre.
B1I doubt that you are wearing the uniform today; it's a day off.
you lead, you handle
📝 In Action
Me alegra que lleves una vida tan saludable.
B2I'm happy that you lead such a healthy life.
Es crucial que lleves el negocio con mucha honestidad.
C1It is crucial that you manage the business with great honesty.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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The verb *llevar* comes from the Vulgar Latin *levāre*, which originally meant 'to lift' or 'to raise.' Over time, its meaning broadened in Spanish to include 'to carry' (something lifted) and 'to take.'
First recorded: 10th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'lleves' only used for carrying physical things?
No. While its basic meaning is 'to carry' or 'to wear,' it is also used figuratively, such as in 'llevar una vida' (to lead a life) or 'llevarse bien' (to get along with someone).
Why can't I just say 'llevas' instead of 'lleves'?
You use 'llevas' when stating a fact ('Tú llevas el coche' - You drive the car). You must use 'lleves' when talking about wishes, doubts, emotions, or necessities, because these expressions require the special verb form called the subjunctive.