Simple sentences in Spanish follow a straightforward order: typically Subject + Verb + Complement. This short guide gives basic examples with common verbs so you can start making sentences right away.
Subject
The subject is who or what does the action. Spanish often drops the subject pronoun because the verb ending shows who it is.
The woman cooks in the kitchen.
| Spanish Subject | English Subject | |
|---|---|---|
| ☀️ El sol | The sun | |
| 🌙 La luna | The moon | |
| 🌳 El árbol | The tree | |
| 🐦 El pájaro | The bird |
Verb
The verb shows the action or state. Start with an easy present tense verb like hablar (to speak), comer (to eat), or vivir (to live).
| Spanish Verb | English Verb | |
|---|---|---|
| ☁️ brilla | shines | |
| 🌧️ llueve | rains | |
| 💨 sopla | blows | |
| 🔥 calienta | warms |
Complement
The complement gives extra information such as what, where, when, or to whom. It can be a noun, phrase, or clause.
| Spanish Complement | English Complement | |
|---|---|---|
| 🌈 con luz dorada | with golden light | |
| 🧴 sobre la piel | on the skin | |
| 🏠 en mi casa | at my house | |
| 🌻 sobre las flores | on the flowers |
Examples
Summary
Simple sentences stick to the normal order: Subject + Verb + Complement. You can leave out the subject pronoun when it’s clear from the verb ending. Practice with common verbs in the present tense to describe everyday actions.
Last updated: Fri Oct 24, 2025