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A stylized illustration of a hand gently waving away a small, wispy gray cloud, symbolizing the dismissal or forgetting of a concern or mistake.

olvídalo

ohl-VEE-dah-loh

Verb (Fixed Command)A2regular ar
Forget it?Dismissing a past issue or mistake.,Never mind?Canceling a request or thought.
Also:Let it go?Telling someone to stop worrying.,Don't worry about it?Assuring someone after a minor mishap.

Quick Reference

infinitiveolvidar
gerundolvidando
past Participleolvidado

📝 In Action

Perdón, creo que rompí el vaso. — Olvídalo, no pasa nada.

A2

Sorry, I think I broke the glass. — Forget it, it’s no big deal.

¿Me puedes pasar la sal? No, espera, ya la encontré. Olvídalo.

A2

Can you pass me the salt? No, wait, I already found it. Never mind.

Llevamos una hora buscando las llaves. Olvídalo, las compraré nuevas.

B1

We've been looking for the keys for an hour. Forget it, I'll buy new ones.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • déjalo (let it be)
  • no importa (it doesn't matter)

💡 Grammar Points

Pronoun Attachment in Commands

In Spanish, when you give an affirmative command (like 'olvida'), you attach the small connecting words (pronouns like 'lo', 'la', 'te') directly to the end of the verb, making a single word.

The Accent Mark

When a pronoun is attached to an imperative, an accent mark must be added to the original stressed syllable of the verb ('olvida') to keep the pronunciation the same after the new syllable ('lo') is added: olvídalo.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Separating the Command

Mistake: "Using 'olvida lo' as two separate words."

Correction: Always connect them as one word: 'Olvídalo'. Pronouns only separate in negative commands (No lo olvides).

Missing the Accent

Mistake: "Writing 'olvidalo' (incorrect stress)."

Correction: Remember the accent on the 'i' to ensure the stress falls correctly: 'olvídalo'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Informal 'You' (tú)

Since 'olvídalo' uses the 'tú' form of the verb ('olvida'), it is used when speaking to friends, family, or people you know well. For formal situations, use 'olvídelo' ('olvide' + 'lo').

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: olvídalo

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'olvídalo'?

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Word Family

olvidar(to forget) - verb
el olvido(oblivion / forgetfulness) - noun
olvidadizo(forgetful) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'Olvídalo' and 'No te preocupes'?

Both convey reassurance. 'No te preocupes' means 'Don't worry' and is generally a softer encouragement. 'Olvídalo' is a stronger, more definite command meaning 'Dismiss this entirely' or 'Let's move on from this topic.'

How do I make 'olvídalo' formal?

To address someone formally (using 'usted'), you change the command form of the verb: 'Olvide' + 'lo' becomes 'Olvídelo'. The meaning remains the same, but the tone is more respectful.