Obedecer is a Spanish verb that means ‘to obey.’ Its conjugation varies based on the tense and the subject pronoun used. Here, I will provide the conjugation in the present indicative tense, as it is commonly used in conversation.
- Yo obedezco – I obey
- Tú obedeces – You obey (informal)
- Él/Ella/Usted obedece – He/She/You obey (formal)
- Nosotros/Nosotras obedecemos – We obey
- Vosotros/Vosotras obedecéis – You all obey (informal, used primarily in Spain)
- Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes obedecen – They/You all obey (formal)
Understanding the conjugation of ‘obedecer’ is essential for effective communication in Spanish. The changes in the verb reflect the subject of the sentence and the nuances of Spanish grammar, highlighting the importance of verb conjugation in expressing different subjects and tenses.