How do you say you in Spanish?

To say “you” in Spanish, there are a few options. The one to use depends on if the subject is singular or plural and if you’re speaking formally or not.

Saying “you” in Spanish
Pronoun Singular or plural Informal or formal Regional usage
Singular Informal All
Vos Singular Informal Parts of Latin America
Usted Singular Formal All
Vosotros Plural Informal Spain
Ustedes Plural Both Spain (formal)

Latin America (informal)

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