Great question! Are you referring to minute 8:13? Maria tiene que comprar …. Comprar is not conjugated because what this sentence says it’s Maria has to buy … comprar means to buy. In this case we have to leave it in the infinitive to not change its meaning. Tener was conjugated because Maria has to (she has to) . This is part of the lesson tener que + infinitive. Here is the lesson: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoOwgK13d9CGnsksi=lMwLWAlHGtKUks5D Hope this helps! Have a super day!

@@TeacherCatalina gracias! That’s exactly what I was referring and you’re explanation was perfect mucho agradecí going to watch the video now

No problem @musicoverseer glad it’s helpful. Thanks for watching the videos 🙌

Thank you so much for your insightful question! I'm so glad you noticed this interesting linguistic phenomenon in reggaeton, merengue, and bachata music. By the way, I love all of those genres. You're absolutely right to point out that the correct past participle for -AR verbs ends in "-ado." For example, "alejado," "enamorado," "dejado," etc. However, in certain musical genres like reggaeton, artists often use a shortened form ending in "-ao" for stylistic and rhythmic reasons. It is also used as everyday speech in some ares of Spanish Speaking countries. This is NOT limited to -AR verbs. You can find it with other verb types as well. For instance: -ER verbs: comido (comío), bebido (bebío) -IR verbs: vivido (vivío), salido (salío) Why do artists do this? Rhythm and Flow: The shortened "-ao" ending fits the rhythmic patterns of these genres more easily, making the lyrics flow smoothly and enhancing the overall musicality. Regional Dialects: In some regions, particularly in the Caribbean, this shortened form is a common feature of everyday speech. Artists often incorporate these regional variations into their music to connect with their audience on a deeper level. Artistic Expression: Using the "-ao" ending can be seen as a form of artistic expression, adding a unique flavor and cultural identity to the music. Is it grammatically correct? Technically, no. The standard and grammatically correct forms are those ending in "-ado," "-ido," etc. However, language is constantly evolving, and these variations are a testament to its dynamic nature. Should I use it? In formal settings like school, work, or official documents, it's always best to stick to the standard forms. However, in casual conversations or when enjoying music, these variations are perfectly acceptable and can even be a fun way to connect with the culture behind the music. I hope this explanation is helpful! Remember, language is a beautiful and complex tapestry, and exploring its variations is a fascinating journey. Un abrazo, Catalina

That's a fantastic question! You're showing great attention to detail. The reason you see both "mal" and "malo/a/os/as" is because they are different parts of speech that have similar but distinct meanings and uses. Mal (adverb): This word describes how something is done. It translates to "badly" or "poorly" in English. For example: "Él canta mal" (He sings badly). "Ella nada mal" (She swims poorly). Malo/a/os/as (adjective): This word describes the quality or character of something or someone. It translates to "bad" in English. Note that it changes to match the gender and number of the noun it describes: "Un libro malo" (A bad book). "Unas malas noticias" (Bad news). Let me know if you have any other questions. I'm always here to help you on your Spanish learning journey! ¡Hasta luego!

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