regresen
reh-GREH-sehn
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
¡Señores, regresen a sus asientos inmediatamente!
A2Gentlemen, return to your seats immediately!
Esperamos que los estudiantes regresen al campus la próxima semana.
B1We hope that the students return to campus next week.
No creo que ellas regresen antes de las diez.
B1I don't think that they (fem.) will come back before ten.
💡 Grammar Points
Formal Group Command
"Regresen" is the formal way to give an order to a group of people (ustedes). It means 'You all, return!'
Expressing Wishes and Doubt
This form is also used after verbs like 'espero que' (I hope that) or 'dudo que' (I doubt that) when talking about 'they' or 'you all' returning.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Formal and Informal Commands
Mistake: "Saying *¡Regresan!* when giving a formal command to a group."
Correction: The command form is *¡Regresen!* (using the special verb ending), not the regular present tense form *regresan*.
⭐ Usage Tips
Focus on the 'You All' Context
If you are giving a polite instruction to a group, or if you are talking about what 'they' (the students, the parents) might do, 'regresen' is the form you need.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: regresen
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'regresen' correctly as a command?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'regresen' a command or a statement of desire?
'Regresen' can be both! It is the formal command form for 'ustedes' (you all), meaning 'Return!'. It is also the special verb form (subjunctive) used after words of emotion or doubt when talking about 'ellos/ellas' or 'ustedes' returning.
What is the difference between 'regresen' and 'vuelvan'?
Both mean 'return' or 'come back.' 'Regresen' comes from the regular verb 'regresar,' while 'vuelvan' comes from the irregular verb 'volver.' They are synonyms and often interchangeable, though 'volver' is generally more common in everyday speech.