mostrarte
mos-trar-te
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Quiero mostrarte la foto que tomé.
A2I want to show you the picture I took.
¿Puedes venir para mostrarte el nuevo diseño?
B1Can you come over so I can show you the new design?
Estamos mostrándote todas las opciones posibles.
B2We are showing you all the possible options.
💡 Grammar Points
Compound Verb Form
This word is the base verb 'mostrar' combined with the pronoun 'te' (meaning 'to you,' informal). This combination is only possible with the infinitive, the gerund, and affirmative commands.
Pronoun Placement Rule
When you have two verbs, the first one is conjugated ('quiero') and the second one (the infinitive, 'mostrarte') carries the pronoun attached to the end. (e.g., 'Quiero mostrarte' OR 'Te quiero mostrar').
❌ Common Pitfalls
Misplacing the Pronoun
Mistake: "Te quiero a mostrar mi casa."
Correction: Te quiero mostrar mi casa. (The pronoun must attach to the infinitive or precede the conjugated verb, not separate them.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Stress in the Gerund
If you use this word in the progressive form, remember to put an accent mark on the 'a' of the gerund: 'mostrándote' (showing you).
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: mostrarte
Question 1 of 2
Which of these sentences correctly uses 'mostrarte'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'mostrarte' used for direct or indirect objects?
The 'te' in 'mostrarte' acts as an indirect object pronoun (to you) if you are showing a thing (the direct object), or as a direct object pronoun (you) if you are showing the person themselves. In the common phrase 'to show you something,' it is usually the indirect object.
What is the difference between 'mostrarte' and 'muéstrame'?
'Mostrarte' is the infinitive form, meaning 'to show you' (often following another verb). 'Muéstrame' is the affirmative command form for 'tú' (Show me!), where the pronoun 'me' is attached instead of 'te'.