Pronoun · A1 · Spanish glossary

Tú: you

tú

Pronunciation: too (stress the capital letters)

Tú means “you” in English.

Quick answer

Meaning: you (informal)
How to say it: too
Level: Beginner (A1)

What “tú” means and how to use it

Tú means “you” when speaking to one friend, family member, child, or peer. It is the informal “you.” Do not confuse it with “tu” without an accent, which means “your.”

Examples with audio

Tú eres mi mejor amigo.You are my best friend.
¿Tú vienes a la fiesta?Are you coming to the party?
Tu casa es muy bonita.Your house is very pretty.

Usage tip

The accent matters: tú (you) versus tu (your). Use tú with people you know well and “usted” with strangers or in formal situations. In some regions, “vos” replaces tú.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “you” in Spanish?

“you” in Spanish is “tú.” It is pronounced too, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.

How do you pronounce “tú”?

Say too. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.

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