Vayas (en. You go)

/ˈβaʝas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
It expresses a command or desire in hypothetical situations.
I hope you go to the party.
Espero que vayas a la fiesta.
Used to express a condition or need.
If you go to the market, buy milk.
Si vayas al mercado, compra leche.
Indicates a future action with a nuance of doubt.
I don't think you're going to arrive on time.
No creo que vayas a llegar a tiempo.

Etymology

From the verb 'ir', in its subjunctive form.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I hope you have a good trip!
I wish you have a good trip.
¡Que vayas bien!
If you're going to go out, take an umbrella.
If you are going to leave, take an umbrella.
Si vayas a salir, llévate paraguas.
I hope you are going to visit your grandparents.
I wish you have the opportunity to visit your grandparents.
Espero que vayas a visitar a tus abuelos.

Related Words

go
To move from one place to another.
ir
coming
Movement towards a place where the speaker is located.
viniendo
arrive
To arrive at a place.
llegar

Slang Meanings

To leave quickly.
Go, as the party is about to start!
¡Vayas ya que la fiesta está a punto de comenzar!
To not take long to decide.
Hurry, the movie starts in five minutes.
Vayas, que el cine comienza en cinco minutos.