Bedeutung
Stating that something holds significant value or necessity.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Spain, 'Es importante' is often used in public service announcements (Metro, TV) to remind citizens of social norms, reflecting a culture that values collective order. Mexicans often add 'bien' (Es bien importante) to emphasize the point, making the advice feel warmer and more personal. In Argentina, you might hear 'Es clave' used as a modern synonym for 'Es importante' in casual conversation among young people. Colombians may use 'Es importante' followed by very polite forms like 'si es tan amable' to soften requests.
The 'No De' Rule
Never say 'Es importante de...'. Just jump straight to the verb!
Subjunctive Alert
If you add 'que', you are entering the Subjunctive Zone. Be ready to change your verb endings.
Bedeutung
Stating that something holds significant value or necessity.
The 'No De' Rule
Never say 'Es importante de...'. Just jump straight to the verb!
Subjunctive Alert
If you add 'que', you are entering the Subjunctive Zone. Be ready to change your verb endings.
Sound More Native
Use 'Es clave' in casual conversations to sound like a local in Spain or Argentina.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'comer' (to eat).
Es importante _______ bien para tener energía.
After 'Es importante' in a general sense, we use the infinitive.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct option:
In Spanish, you don't need 'de' or 'que' before a general infinitive.
Complete the dialogue between a mother and son.
Madre: 'Hijo, es importante que _______ tu tarea.'
The phrase 'Es importante que' triggers the subjunctive mood (hagas).
Match the phrase to the most likely situation.
'Es importante que usted firme aquí.'
The formal 'usted' and the request to sign (firme) suggest a formal/legal setting like a bank.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenEs importante _______ bien para tener energía.
After 'Es importante' in a general sense, we use the infinitive.
Choose the correct option:
In Spanish, you don't need 'de' or 'que' before a general infinitive.
Madre: 'Hijo, es importante que _______ tu tarea.'
The phrase 'Es importante que' triggers the subjunctive mood (hagas).
'Es importante que usted firme aquí.'
The formal 'usted' and the request to sign (firme) suggest a formal/legal setting like a bank.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
4 FragenIt is gender-neutral! It ends in 'e', so it stays the same for both 'el' and 'la'.
Yes! This is the perfect way to express your personal values or opinions.
Use the plural form when the things you are talking about are plural. Example: 'Estas clases son importantes'.
No, it's quite professional. However, using 'Sería importante' (It would be important) is even more polite.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Es necesario
similarIt is necessary
Es fundamental
specialized formIt is fundamental
Me importa
builds onIt matters to me
No importa
contrastIt doesn't matter
