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How to Say "you signal" in Spanish

The Spanish word foryou signalis señalesB1 level.

English → SpanishB1
verbB1
present subjunctive 'tú' form
A person with a bright red shirt standing and pointing emphatically with their index finger toward the right.

Examples

Espero que no señales mi error delante de todos.

I hope that you don't point out my mistake in front of everyone.

Si ves peligro, quiero que señales la salida.

If you see danger, I want you to signal the exit.

No señales con el dedo, es de mala educación.

Don't point with your finger, it's bad manners. (Negative command)

Subjunctive Use

This form ('señales') is used when you are talking about someone else's desire, doubt, or emotion regarding the action: 'Dudo que señales el camino correcto' (I doubt that you point out the right path).

Negative Commands

Mistake:No señalas eso.

Correction: No señales eso. (For negative commands, like 'Don't do that,' Spanish uses this special verb form, not the normal present tense.)

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