뜻
To transmit a written or digital communication.
문화적 배경
In Spain, 'mandar un WhatsApp' is so common that 'WhatsApp' is often used as a verb: 'Wasapear'. However, 'mandar un mensaje' remains the standard formal/neutral anchor. Mexicans often use the diminutive 'mensajito' to sound more polite or friendly. 'Te mando un mensajito' sounds warmer than the standard version. In Argentina, the use of 'voseo' changes the command form to 'Mandame' (without the accent on the first 'a'), though it sounds very similar to the ear.
Use Indirect Pronouns
Always try to use 'me/te/le' with this phrase. It makes you sound much more native than saying 'a mí' or 'a ti'.
Mandar vs Enviar
Don't stress the difference too much. They are 95% interchangeable, but 'mandar' is more common in the street.
뜻
To transmit a written or digital communication.
Use Indirect Pronouns
Always try to use 'me/te/le' with this phrase. It makes you sound much more native than saying 'a mí' or 'a ti'.
Mandar vs Enviar
Don't stress the difference too much. They are 95% interchangeable, but 'mandar' is more common in the street.
WhatsApp is Default
If someone says 'Mándame un mensaje', they almost certainly mean on WhatsApp, not an SMS.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'mandar' in the present tense.
Yo ___ un mensaje a mi amigo.
The first person singular 'yo' takes the ending '-o'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'Send me a message'?
Choose the best option:
The imperative form 'manda' combines with the pronoun 'me' to form 'mándame'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¿Por qué no vino Juan? B: No sé, le ___ un mensaje pero no contestó.
The context implies a past action (he didn't come), so the preterite 'mandé' is correct.
Match the phrase to the context.
Context: A formal business email.
'Enviar' and 'informativo' fit the formal register of a business email.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Yo ___ un mensaje a mi amigo.
The first person singular 'yo' takes the ending '-o'.
Choose the best option:
The imperative form 'manda' combines with the pronoun 'me' to form 'mándame'.
A: ¿Por qué no vino Juan? B: No sé, le ___ un mensaje pero no contestó.
The context implies a past action (he didn't come), so the preterite 'mandé' is correct.
Context: A formal business email.
'Enviar' and 'informativo' fit the formal register of a business email.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
6 질문Yes, it's understood, but 'mandar un mensaje' is more standard across all Spanish-speaking countries.
No, in the context of messages, it's perfectly polite. It only sounds 'bossy' if used without an object (e.g., 'Yo mando aquí').
You say 'Mándamelo' (Manda + me + lo).
It's a voice note, which is extremely popular in Spanish-speaking countries.
Usually yes, but in plural you can say 'mandar mensajes' (to send messages).
No, 'enviar' can be used for anything, but it feels more formal than 'mandar'.
관련 표현
Enviar un correo
similarTo send an email.
Dejar un recado
specialized formTo leave a message (usually verbal).
Escribir un texto
synonymTo write a text.
