What’s a direct object vs indirect object in Spanish?

In Spanish, a direct object is a noun or pronoun that receives the action of a verb. It usually explains “what?” or “whom?”

An indirect object is indirectly affected by the action, often as a recipient. It usually explains “to whom?” or “for whom?”

Take the sentence “Damos un regalo a Juan” [“We give a gift to Juan”]. What do we give? A gift. To whom do we give it? To Juan.

Indirect object pronouns differ from direct object pronouns in Spanish in the third person forms; instead of “lo/la” and “los,” use “le” and “les.

A QuillBot Grammar Check can make sure you use direct objects and indirect objects in Spanish correctly.