When to Use Them
Reflexive verbs show that the subject does something to itself. In English, this is often expressed with words like myself, yourself, himself, etc.
| Spanish Reflexive Pronoun |
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| me |
| English Equivalent |
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myself |
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Common Reflexive Verbs
These verbs are frequently used reflexively in Spanish:
| Spanish Verb |
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| levantarse |
| English Translation |
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to get up |
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How to Use Them
- Identify the reflexive verb (ends in -se).
- Choose the correct reflexive pronoun for the subject.
- Place the pronoun before the conjugated verb or attach it to an infinitive/stem-changing verb.
Examples
| Spanish Example |
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| Yo me levanto a las siete. |
| English Example |
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I get up at seven. |
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Reflexive Pronouns
| Spanish Example |
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| Me baño temprano. |
| English Example |
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I bathe early. |
| Pronoun | Usage |
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| me | used with yo (I) |
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Placement of Pronouns
Before Conjugated Verb
| Spanish Example |
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| Me levanto. |
| English Example |
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I get up. |
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Attached to Infinitive
| Spanish Example |
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| Voy a levantarme. |
| English Example |
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I’m going to get up. |
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Attached to Gerund
| Spanish Example |
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| Estoy vistiéndome. |
| English Example |
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I’m getting dressed. |
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Summary
- Reflexive verbs indicate the subject acts on itself.
- Use the correct reflexive pronoun to match the subject.
- Place the pronoun before the conjugated verb or attach it to an infinitive/gerund.
- Many daily routine actions are commonly expressed with reflexive verbs.
- Not all verbs that end in -se are reflexive; some have different meanings (e.g., irse, quejarse).
Reflexive verbs are a key part of talking about daily routines and personal care in Spanish.
