mires
“mires” means “(that) you look/watch” in Spanish (Present Subjunctive form, 2nd person singular (tú)).
(that) you look/watch, Don't look/watch
Also: (you might) look
📝 In Action
Te pido que mires a la izquierda antes de cruzar.
A2I ask you to look to the left before crossing.
No mires el sol directamente; es peligroso.
A2Don't look directly at the sun; it's dangerous.
Es posible que mires esa serie esta noche.
B1It's possible that you might watch that series tonight.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: mires
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'mires' as a negative command?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb 'mirar' comes from the Latin verb *mīrārī*, meaning 'to wonder at' or 'to admire.' Over time, the meaning simplified to the general action of looking or gazing.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'mires' and 'miras'?
'Miras' (Tú miras) is used for simple facts or actions happening now: 'You look at the camera.' 'Mires' is a special form used for wishes, commands, doubts, or uncertainty: 'I wish you would look' or 'Don't look.'
When do I use 'mires' instead of the positive command 'mira'?
You use 'mira' when you tell a friend to DO something ('Mira el coche!'). You use 'mires' only when you tell a friend NOT to do something ('No mires el coche!') or when it follows a verb of desire or emotion ('Quiero que mires...').