How to Say "you block" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “you block” is “barras” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
verbB2
you bar/prevent entry (from 'barrar')
Examples
Si pones eso ahí, tú barras el paso a la gente.
If you put that there, you block the path for people.
¿Por qué barras la puerta con esa pintura?
Why are you smearing the door with that paint?
Verb Conjugation
This 'barras' is the present tense form used when talking directly to a friend or someone you know well (tú).
Confusing 'Barrar' and 'Barrer'
Mistake: “Using 'barrar' when you mean 'to sweep' ('barrer').”
Correction: Remember: 'Barrar' is usually about blocking or smearing. 'Barrer' is for sweeping the floor.
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