How to Say "pushes" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “pushes” is “empuja” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
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as in 'he/she/it pushes'
Examples
El niño empuja el coche de juguete.
The boy pushes the toy car.
¡Empuja la puerta con más fuerza!
Push the door harder!
Usted empuja el carrito mientras yo busco el pan.
You push the cart while I look for the bread. (Formal usage)
Dual Role of 'Empuja'
This single word can mean 'He/She/You (formal) pushes' (statement) OR 'Push!' (a direct command to a friend using 'tú'). Context is key!
Confusing Push and Pull
Mistake: “Using 'empujar' when you mean 'tirar' or 'jalar' (to pull).”
Correction: Remember the sign on the door: PULL is usually 'Tire' or 'Jale', PUSH is 'Empuje' (formal command).
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