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How to Say "fire!" in Spanish

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fuego

/fwe-go//ˈfwe.ɣo/

InterjectionA2General
Use this as a direct command to shoot a weapon, often used in a sequence of commands like 'ready, aim, fire!'.
A close-up of a rifle barrel emitting a bright, orange muzzle flash and a cloud of smoke, illustrating the command to shoot.

Examples

¡Preparen, apunten, fuego!

Ready, aim, fire!

¡Fuego! ¡Todos fuera del edificio ahora!

Fire! Everybody out of the building now!

disparen

dees-PAH-rehn/disˈpaɾen/

VerbB1Formal/Military
Use this when giving a command to a group (ustedes) to shoot, typical in military or organized group contexts.
A colorful illustration showing three archers releasing arrows from their bows in unison towards an unseen target. They look focused and determined.

Examples

¡Soldados, disparen a la cuenta de tres!

Soldiers, shoot on the count of three!

Cuando estén listos, disparen el flash de la cámara.

When you are ready, fire the camera flash.

Si tienen preguntas, ¡disparen!

If you have questions, fire away! (Informal command to start asking)

Formal Plural Command

This form ('disparen') is the direct command for 'ustedes' (you all, formal) or the standard plural command in Latin America. It is formed using the present subjunctive.

Confusing Formal and Informal Plural

Mistake: “Using 'disparad' (the vosotros command) when addressing a group in Mexico or Colombia.”

Correction: In most of Latin America, always use 'disparen' for plural commands, even with friends.

Choosing Between 'Fuego' and 'Disparen'

Learners often confuse 'fuego' and 'disparen'. Remember that 'fuego' is a general, often quick command to shoot, while 'disparen' is a more formal command directed at a group (ustedes) to initiate shooting.

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