DELE A1 Guide: Subject Pronouns in Spanish
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Key Takeaways
- Learn all Spanish subject pronouns (yo, tú, él, ella, etc.)
- Understand formal vs informal address (tú vs usted)
- Master pronoun-verb agreement patterns
- Essential for DELE A1 speaking and writing accuracy
Welcome to your complete guide to Spanish Subject Pronouns, a fundamental topic for the DELE A1 exam. Subject pronouns are essential for verb conjugation and clear communication in all exam sections.
What are Subject Pronouns?
Subject pronouns replace nouns as the subject of a sentence. They tell us who is performing the action. In Spanish, subject pronouns are especially important because verb endings change based on the pronoun.
Complete Subject Pronouns Chart
Here are all the Spanish subject pronouns you need for DELE A1:
Subject Pronouns Table
| Spanish | English | Usage Context |
|---|---|---|
| yo | I | Speaking about yourself |
| tú | you (informal) | Friends, family, people your age |
| él | he | Talking about one male |
| ella | she | Talking about one female |
| usted | you (formal) | Respect, older people, strangers |
| nosotros/nosotras | we | Including yourself and others |
| vosotros/vosotras | you all (Spain) | Informal plural (mainly Spain) |
| ellos/ellas | they | Group of people |
| ustedes | you all (formal) | Formal plural (Latin America) |
DELE A1 Tip: For the A1 exam, focus on yo, tú, él, ella, usted, nosotros, and ustedes. These are the most commonly tested pronouns.
Formal vs Informal Address
Understanding when to use formal (usted) vs informal (tú) is crucial for DELE A1:
Use tú when:
- Speaking to friends and family
- Talking to children
- With people your age in informal settings
Use usted when:
- Speaking to older people
- In professional situations
- With strangers as a sign of respect
- In formal writing
Pronoun-Verb Agreement Examples
See how pronouns work with verbs in these DELE A1 examples:
With Hablar (to speak)
- Yo hablo español
- Tú hablas inglés
- Él/Ella/Usted habla francés
- Nosotros hablamos italiano
- Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes hablan chino
With Comer (to eat)
- Yo como una manzana
- Tú comes pan
- Ella come ensalada
- Nosotros comemos pizza
- Ustedes comen arroz
Regional Variations
For DELE A1, be aware of these main differences:
- Spain: Uses vosotros/vosotras for informal “you all”
- Latin America: Uses ustedes for both formal and informal “you all”
- The exam accepts both regional variations
Common DELE A1 Scenarios
Here are typical pronoun uses you’ll encounter:
Personal Information
- Yo soy estudiante (I am a student)
- Ella es mi madre (She is my mother)
Daily Activities
- Nosotros estudiamos español (We study Spanish)
- Ellos trabajan en una oficina (They work in an office)
Descriptions
- Tú eres muy amable (You are very kind)
- Usted es el profesor (You are the teacher)
Practice with Our Free Spanish Tools
Mastering pronouns requires practice! Use our interactive tools:
Click here to open our Spanish Conjugation Tool!
Practice different pronouns with various verbs to build your skills.
Next Step: Test Your Knowledge!
Ready to check your pronoun skills?
Take our DELE A1 Subject Pronouns Quiz here to confirm your understanding.
What’s Next in Your DELE A1 Journey?
- Ready for verbs? Study Present Tense Regular Verbs Next
- Need more basics? Review Definite and Indefinite Articles
- Practice all A1 grammar? Take a Full A1 Grammar Test
Good luck with your DELE A1 preparation!
