Chapter 10: Impersonal constructions with "se"

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Where in the Spanish-speaking world can the impersonal "se" often be seen?

signs, advertisements, directions

Which verb form is used with plural nouns in this construction?

third person plural

Which verb form is used with singular nouns in this construction?

third person singular

How can you form an impersonal construction in Spanish?

use *se* with a verb that is not reflexive

Se habla español en Costa Rica.

Spanish is spoken in Costa Rica.

Se necesitan medicinas enseguida.

They need medicine right away.

Se hacen operaciones aquí.

They perform operations here.

*Se vende* ropa.

They sell clothing.

*Se venden* camisas.

They sell shirts.

Se puede leer en la sala de espera.

You can read the waiting room.

What is an impersonal construction?

a statement in which the person performing the action is not defined

Where are the passive voice or indefinite subjects (you, they, one) used in Spanish?

impersonal constructions with *se*


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