uses
“uses” means “that you use” in Spanish (as in 'I want that you use').
that you use, you use (request/wish)
Also: that you wear
📝 In Action
Quiero que **uses** mi computadora, no la tuya.
B1I want that you **use** my computer, not yours.
Es bueno que **uses** un diccionario para buscar palabras nuevas.
B1It is good that you **use** a dictionary to look up new words.
Dudo que **uses** ese traje otra vez.
B2I doubt that you **wear** that suit again.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
subjunctive
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: uses
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses the word 'uses'?
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🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin verb *usare*, meaning 'to use, to practice.' It is related to the word *útil* (useful).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'uses' have an 's' while 'usa' does not?
'Usa' means 'he/she/it uses' (a statement of fact). 'Uses' is a different verb form used primarily when you are telling an informal 'tú' person what you want them to do, or what you doubt they will do. The 's' ending marks it specifically as the informal 'tú' form in this special mood.
What is the negative command for 'tú'?
The negative command is 'No uses'. For example, 'No uses mi teléfono' (Don't use my phone). This is one of the most common ways you will hear the word 'uses' in everyday conversation.