Word Order
Spanish typically follows a Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) order, but variations are common for questions, commands, and emphasis.
Standard Order
The usual order isSubject – Verb – Object.
Questions
For yes/no questions,verbcomes first.
Forwhat,where,how… questions, the question word starts the sentence.
Commands
In commands, theverbis usually first.
Emphasis and Style
Spanish allows flexibility to emphasize different parts by changing word order.
Adjectives
Adjectives usually follow the noun.
Some adjectives come before for stylistic or meaning reasons.
Summary
- Standard order: Subject – Verb – Object
- Yes/no questions: Verb – Subject
- WH-questions: Question word – Verb – …
- Commands: Verb – …
- Adjectives usually follow nouns
- Word order can change for emphasis
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Last updated: Thu Jul 17, 2025