Tí (en. You)
/ti/
Meaning & Definition
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pronoun
Pronoun used to address the second person singular in an informal way.
You are very kind, and I thank you.
Tú eres muy amable, y a ti te agradezco.
It is often used in expressions of familiarity or affection.
I'm going to do something for you.
Voy a hacer algo por ti.
Indicates that one is speaking directly to someone.
What do you think about this?
¿Qué piensas tú sobre esto?
Etymology
The term comes from the Latin 'tī', which is a second-person pronoun.
Common Phrases and Expressions
And you?
It is used to ask for someone else's opinion or state.
¿Y tú?
You know
It is used to affirm that the other person already knows about the topic.
Tú sabes
You decide
It is expressed when leaving a choice to the other person.
Tú decides
Related Words
you (formal)
Formal treatment pronoun for the second person.
usted
you (informal, used in some Latin American countries)
Pronoun used in several Latin American countries instead of 'tú'.
vos
Slang Meanings
Fun or casual way to address someone.
Hey, you, come here!
¡Ey, tí, ven aquí!
Use among groups of friends to establish camaraderie.
What’s up, you?
¿Qué onda, tí?