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How to Say "you use" in Spanish

The Spanish word foryou useis usasA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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usas

verbA1
informal singular (tú)
A simplified illustration of a person holding a blue pencil and actively sketching on a small pad of paper.

Examples

¿Qué tipo de computadora usas para estudiar?

What type of computer do you use to study?

Siempre usas mi bolígrafo sin preguntar.

You always use my pen without asking.

Si usas esa aplicación, tendrás un descuento.

If you use that application, you will have a discount.

The 'Tú' Form

'Usas' is the verb form you use when talking directly to a friend, family member, or someone younger—the informal 'you'.

Regular -AR Pattern

Since 'usar' is a regular verb ending in -AR, the 'tú' form always ends in -as in the present tense (e.g., 'hablas', 'compras', 'usas').

Confusing 'Tú' and 'Usted'

Mistake:Using 'usas' (tú) when you should be formal: '¿Usted usas mi teléfono?'

Correction: For formal situations, use 'Usted usa': '¿Usted usa mi teléfono?'

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