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How to Say "like it" in Spanish

The Spanish word forlike itis gusteA2 level.

English → SpanishA2

guste

VerbA2formal
Formal instruction
A politely smiling server presenting a single, perfectly plated, steaming gourmet dessert to an unseen customer.

Examples

Pruébelo, señor. ¡Que le guste!

Try it, sir. May you enjoy it!

Si no le gusta el diseño, no lo guste.

If you don't like the design, don't like it (don't approve of it).

The 'Usted' Command

This form uses the same spelling as the subjunctive form, which is typical for all 'usted' (formal you) commands in Spanish. It's a polite instruction.

Using the Informal Command

Mistake:Señora, ¡gusta la comida!

Correction: Señora, ¡guste la comida! (When speaking formally, you must use the -e ending for -ar verbs).

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