Meaning
Instruction to approach.
Cultural Background
Using 'Ven acá' is extremely common and sounds very natural. Both 'Ven aquí' and 'Ven' are used, but 'Ven aquí' is clearer. The 'voseo' doesn't affect the imperative 'ven', but 'acá' is almost exclusively used.
Tone matters
A soft tone makes it an invitation; a loud tone makes it a command.
Avoid with strangers
It is too direct for people you don't know.
Meaning
Instruction to approach.
Tone matters
A soft tone makes it an invitation; a loud tone makes it a command.
Avoid with strangers
It is too direct for people you don't know.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct imperative form.
____ aquí, por favor.
'Ven' is the correct informal imperative.
Complete the sentence with the regional variation.
En Argentina, es más común decir 'Ven ____'.
'Acá' is the preferred regional term in many Latin American countries.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercises____ aquí, por favor.
'Ven' is the correct informal imperative.
En Argentina, es más común decir 'Ven ____'.
'Acá' is the preferred regional term in many Latin American countries.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsOnly if you use it with someone you don't know or in a formal setting.
No, use '¿Podría acercarse, por favor?' instead.
Related Phrases
Acércate
similarGet closer
Vente
similarCome along
