Spanish Verb Vivir: Preterite Tense Flashcards

Study Notes

Conjugation of the Verb "Vivir" in Preterite Tense

"Vivir" translates to "to live" in English.
The preterite tense is used in Spanish to describe actions completed in the past.

Individual Pronouns and Their Conjugations

I lived: Translated as "Yo viví". Refers to the first person singular.
You (singular, informal): Translated as "Tú viviste". Used when addressing someone informally.
He lived: Translated as "Él vivió". Refers to a male in the third person singular.
She lived: Translated as "Ella vivió". Refers to a female in the third person singular.
You (singular, formal): Translated as "Usted vivió". Used for formal situations when addressing an individual.
We lived: Translated as "Nosotros/as vivimos". Indicates first person plural, includes both genders as "Nosotros" (masculine) or "Nosotras" (feminine).
You (plural, informal): Translated as "Vosotros/as vivisteis". Used in Spain for addressing a group informally, with gender specification.
They (mixed group of boys and girls): Translated as "Ellos vivieron". Refers to a group that is either mixed-gender or all male.
They (girls): Translated as "Ellas vivieron". Refers specifically to a group of females.
You (plural, formal): Translated as "Ustedes vivieron". Used in formal settings when addressing multiple people.

Summary of Conjugation Patterns

The verbs follow a regular conjugation pattern within the preterite tense.
Personal endings vary based on pronouns: "-í" for the first person singular, "-iste" for the second person informal singular, "-ió" for third person singular, and "-imos/-isteis/-ieron" for plural forms.

Description

This quiz focuses on the conjugation of the Spanish verb 'vivir' in the preterite tense. Each flashcard presents the English phrase alongside its Spanish counterpart, helping learners practice and memorize these essential verb forms. Perfect for those studying Spanish at any level.