Cuándo y Cómo Usar el Pretérito, Imperfecto, y Antepresente - When and How to Use the Preterite, Imperfect, and Present Perfect

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Learning Spanish grammar doesn’t have to be overwhelming! In this episode, Sharon Villalobos shares her expertise, helping you master three common past tenses. From the concise pretérito used for specific past actions to the detailed imperfecto for storytelling, and the antepresente bridging past and present, this episode is packed with clear examples, conjugation tips, and personal anecdotes. Whether you’re just starting your Spanish journey or refining your skills, you’ll gain practical insights to elevate your understanding of these essential tenses.

Key Takeaways:

• How to use the pretérito tense for past actions and events with specific time markers.
• When and why the imperfecto tense is essential for storytelling and setting scenes in the past.
• Understanding the antepresente tense and its role in connecting past actions to the present.

Links And Additional Resources:

• 006 – ¿Puedes Aprender Español Sin Estudiar Gramatica? | Can You Learn Spanish Without Studying Grammar?
• 237- El Subjuntivo | The Subjunctive
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1. Cuándo y Cómo Usar el Pretérito, Imperfecto, y Antepresente - When and How to Use the Preterite, Imperfect, and Present Perfect (00:00:00)

2. Introducción al Episodio 244 (00:00:31)

3. Profundizando en el Pretérito (00:05:18)

4. Explorando el Imperfecto (00:12:34)

5. Entendiendo el Antepresente (00:18:32)

6. Resumen de Tiempos Verbales (00:24:16)