une
oo-neh
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
El hilo rojo une nuestro destino.
B1The red thread unites our destiny.
La costura une las dos piezas de tela.
A2The seam joins the two pieces of fabric.
¡Une los puntos para ver la imagen!
A2Join the dots to see the image!
Usted une a la gente con su carisma.
B1You (formal) unite people with your charisma.
💡 Grammar Points
Dual Function of 'une'
The form 'une' does two main jobs: it says what 'he, she, or it' is doing now (Present Tense), and it gives an informal command to 'you' (tú command).
Regular -IR Verb
The verb 'unir' is very predictable! It follows the standard pattern for verbs that end in -ir, making its conjugations easy to learn.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Present and Imperative
Mistake: "Using 'une' when giving a formal command (usted)."
Correction: For formal commands, you must use the subjunctive form: '¡Una los ingredientes!' (Use 'una' instead of 'une' for Usted).
⭐ Usage Tips
Physical vs. Abstract
'Unir' works for physically connecting things (like wires) and for abstract things (like goals or people's hearts). Think of it as 'to make one'.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
subjunctive
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: une
Question 1 of 2
Which English phrase best translates 'El pegamento une las piezas'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'une' and 'unió'?
'Une' means 'he/she/it joins' (right now or generally). 'Unió' means 'he/she/it joined' (in the past, specifically one completed action). They are just different time frames of the same action.
Can 'une' refer to people?
Absolutely! You can say 'El amor une a la pareja' (Love unites the couple), meaning it forms a bond between them.