mudarse
/moo-DAHR-seh/
to move
Mudarse can mean moving to a new home.
mudarse(verb)
to move
?changing your home or residence
to relocate
?moving to a different city or office
📝 In Action
Me mudo a un apartamento nuevo mañana.
A1I am moving to a new apartment tomorrow.
¿Por qué decidieron mudarse a España?
A2Why did they decide to move to Spain?
💡 Grammar Points
Using the 'se' part
The 'se' at the end means this verb is reflexive. It shows that you are moving yourself to a new location. You must change the 'me, te, se' part to match the person doing the action.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mover vs. Mudarse
Mistake: "Using 'mover' to say you are moving to a new house."
Correction: Use 'mudarse' for changing homes. 'Mover' is for moving a physical object or a part of your body (like your arm).
⭐ Usage Tips
When to use it
Use 'mudarse' whenever the entire household is changing location. If you are just moving a chair across the room, use 'mover'.
Mudarse is also used when you are changing your clothes.
mudarse(verb)
to change clothes
?putting on different clothing
to get changed
?general action of swapping outfits
📝 In Action
Espera un momento, voy a mudarme de ropa.
B1Wait a moment, I'm going to change my clothes.
⭐ Usage Tips
Regional Preference
In most casual Spanish conversations, people use 'cambiarse' rather than 'mudarse' when talking about clothes. 'Mudarse' sounds slightly more formal or traditional in this context.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: mudarse
Question 1 of 1
If you are moving from New York to Madrid, which verb should you use?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'mudar' and 'mudarse'?
'Mudar' (without the 'se') usually means to change or shed something, like a snake shedding its skin. 'Mudarse' (reflexive) is the common way to say YOU are moving house.