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A simple storybook illustration of a cheerful figure walking away while carrying a small, colorful bag slung over their shoulder, symbolizing the act of taking an item with them.

llévate

yeh-VAH-teh

verb (command form)A2regular ar
take (it/them) with you?as a command to a friend (tú),grab?when telling someone to quickly pick something up
Also:carry off?in a playful or casual context

Quick Reference

infinitivellevar
gerundllevando
past Participlellevado

📝 In Action

El paraguas está lloviendo. ¡Llévate el paraguas!

A2

It's raining. Take the umbrella with you!

Hay galletas, llévate unas cuantas para el camino.

B1

There are cookies, grab a few for the road.

Si no lo quieres, llévate el resto a casa.

A2

If you don't want it, take the rest home.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • deja (leave (behind))

Common Collocations

  • llévate esto puesto – wear this (when you leave)
  • llévate la chaqueta – take the jacket (with you)

💡 Grammar Points

The Command Form (Imperative)

This word is a direct command to 'tú' (you, informal). The base command 'lleva' means 'carry/take,' and the attached 'te' means 'yourself' or 'for you,' emphasizing that the action benefits the person being told.

Adding the Accent

When you attach a pronoun like 'te' to an affirmative command, you must add an accent mark (tílde) to the original stressed syllable ('lle-va'). This keeps the stress in the same spot: 'llévate'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Forgetting the Accent

Mistake: "Llevate"

Correction: Llévate. Without the accent, the stress shifts to the 'va' syllable, making it sound incorrect and confusing.

⭐ Usage Tips

Using 'Se' for Emphasis

In Spanish, adding 'se' or 'te' to the verb 'llevar' often implies taking something away completely, usually for personal use or consumption. It’s stronger than just 'lleva'.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: llévate

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'llévate'?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'lleva' and 'llévate'?

'Lleva' is a simple command to carry or take something ('Lleva mi libro' - Carry my book). 'Llévate' is the reflexive form, meaning 'take (it) with you,' often implying that the action is for the benefit of the person being addressed, or that the item is being permanently removed ('Llévate tu libro' - Take your book with you when you leave).

How do I make 'llévate' negative (Don't take it)?

For negative commands, the pronoun 'te' goes before the verb, and the verb changes to the subjunctive form: 'No te lo lleves' (Don't take it [away]).