posiciones
/poh-see-SYOH-nes/
positions
Depicting physical placement or arrangement (positions).
posiciones(noun)
positions
?physical placement or arrangement
,locations
?places where things are set
stances
?way of standing or holding the body
,postures
?yoga, exercise
📝 In Action
Los soldados mantuvieron sus posiciones durante toda la noche.
B1The soldiers maintained their positions throughout the night.
En yoga, hay muchas posiciones que requieren equilibrio.
A2In yoga, there are many positions that require balance.
El fotógrafo cambió las posiciones de las luces.
A2The photographer changed the locations of the lights.
💡 Grammar Points
Plural Form
This word is the plural of 'posición' (position). Notice the 'c' changes to 'c' to keep the sound consistent: posición → posiciones.
⭐ Usage Tips
Sports Usage
Use 'posiciones' to talk about where players stand on a field (e.g., fútbol, baloncesto).
Depicting opinions or standpoints (views).
posiciones(noun)
views
?opinions or standpoints
,stances
?firm opinions
perspectives
?ways of looking at an issue
📝 In Action
Las posiciones de los dos líderes son irreconciliables.
B2The positions (views) of the two leaders are irreconcilable.
Ella defendió sus posiciones con mucha claridad.
B1She defended her stances very clearly.
💡 Grammar Points
Abstract Plural
While 'posición' (singular) can mean a single opinion, the plural 'posiciones' is often used to refer to a whole set of beliefs or a general viewpoint.
Depicting the action of positioning something (that you position), in the present subjunctive form.
posiciones(verb)
(that you) position
?present subjunctive form
,do not position
?negative command form
(that you) place
?formal or technical placement
📝 In Action
Necesito que posiciones el micrófono más cerca de la boca.
C1I need you to position the microphone closer to your mouth.
No posiciones tu mesa donde la luz del sol te moleste.
B2Don't position your table where the sunlight bothers you.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'That You' Form
'Posiciones' is the special verb form used when you are talking about wishes, doubts, or influence directed at 'tú' (you, informal). For example, after 'Quiero que...' (I want that you...).
Negative Commands
When you tell someone 'tú' not to do something, you use this same form: 'No posiciones' (Don't position).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mixing Commands
Mistake: "Using 'No posicionas' for a negative command."
Correction: The correct negative command is 'No posiciones.' Remember, negative commands always use the special 'que' verb form.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: posiciones
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'posiciones' to refer to someone's opinion or viewpoint?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'posiciones' only a plural noun?
No. While it is most commonly the plural noun 'positions' (A2 level), it is also a specific conjugation of the verb 'posicionar' (to position), used primarily for negative commands or expressing wishes directed at 'tú' (you, informal).