mandaron
“mandaron” means “they sent” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
they sent, you all sent
Also: they mailed
📝 In Action
Ellos me mandaron un regalo por mi cumpleaños.
A1They sent me a gift for my birthday.
¿Ustedes mandaron el correo electrónico ayer?
A2Did you all send the email yesterday?
they ordered
Also: they were in charge
📝 In Action
Los jefes mandaron que todos regresaran a la oficina.
B1The bosses ordered everyone to return to the office.
En ese país, los militares mandaron durante muchos años.
B2In that country, the military was in charge for many years.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: mandaron
Question 1 of 2
If you want to say 'They sent the letter yesterday', which word do you use?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'mandare', which meant 'to hand over' or 'to entrust'. It comes from 'manus' (hand) and 'dare' (to give).
First recorded: 12th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'enviaron' and 'mandaron'?
Both mean 'they sent'. 'Enviaron' is slightly more formal, while 'mandaron' is very common in everyday conversation, especially in Latin America.
Is 'mandaron' used for 'you all'?
Yes, but only in the formal sense (ustedes), which is the standard way to say 'you all' in Latin America.