tú
“tú” means “you” in Spanish (speaking to one person informally).
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¿Tú hablas español?
A1Do you speak Spanish?
Tú eres mi mejor amigo.
A1You are my best friend.
Creo que tú tienes razón.
A2I think that you are right.
¿Qué vas a hacer tú mañana?
A2What are you going to do tomorrow?
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Quick Quiz: tú
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'tú'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Latin word 'tū', which also meant 'you' (the person being spoken to). It has kept its form and meaning almost unchanged for thousands of years.
First recorded: Before the 10th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'tú' and 'tu'?
The accent mark is everything! 'Tú' (with an accent) is a pronoun that means 'you'. 'Tu' (without an accent) is a possessive adjective that means 'your'. Example: 'Tú tienes tu libro.' (You have your book.)
When can I leave 'tú' out of a sentence?
Most of the time! In Spanish, the verb ending usually tells you who is doing the action. You can say 'Cantas bien' instead of 'Tú cantas bien', and it means the same thing. You only need to add 'tú' for emphasis or clarity.
Is 'vos' the same as 'tú'?
Basically, yes. 'Vos' is used instead of 'tú' in countries like Argentina and Uruguay. It also means the informal 'you', but it just uses slightly different verb forms. If you're in a country where 'vos' is common, you'll want to learn it, but otherwise, 'tú' is what you'll use and hear most often.