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How to Say "tell us" in Spanish

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cuéntanos

verbA1
Use 'cuéntanos' when you are asking someone to narrate a story, share details about an event, or recount information in a narrative way.

Examples

¡Cuéntanos todo sobre tus vacaciones!

Tell us everything about your vacation!

dinos

DEE-nohs/ˈdinos/

verbA2informal
Use 'dinos' when you want someone to simply state a fact, give a piece of information, or reveal something directly, without necessarily expecting a story.
A colorful storybook illustration showing a stylized figure standing and speaking clearly towards two other figures who are seated and listening attentively, depicting the command 'tell us'.

Examples

Dinos la verdad sobre lo que pasó anoche.

Tell us the truth about what happened last night.

Si tienes un problema, dinos inmediatamente.

If you have a problem, tell us immediately.

Dinos dónde quieres que nos encontremos.

Tell us where you want us to meet.

Structure: Command + Pronoun

The word 'dinos' is actually two words combined: the informal command 'di' (tell) and the pronoun 'nos' (us). In affirmative commands, you always stick the pronoun right onto the end of the verb, making one word.

Irregular Command

'Di' is one of the eight highly irregular two-letter commands in Spanish. Remember it as a shortcut for 'decir' when telling one friend what to do.

Separating the Words

Mistake: “No nos di.”

Correction: No nos digas. (If using the negative command, the pronoun goes before the verb, and the verb changes form.)

Story vs. Fact

Learners often confuse 'cuéntanos' and 'dinos' by using 'dinos' when a story is expected. Remember, 'cuéntanos' implies a narrative or detailed account, while 'dinos' is for direct information or facts.

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