know whether tu or usted is required. Could it not be either, depending on the formality, which is not stated?
In the explanation, you use Tú when referring to Mamá and Usted when referring to Madre. In the Kwiz, you had a question with “father”. How can we
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In the explanation, you use Tú when referring to Mamá and Usted when referring to Madre. In the Kwiz, you had a question with “father”. How can we
This question relates to:Spanish lesson "Tú vs Usted in Spanish (informal vs formal)"
Asked 3 years ago

Hola Linda
The examples given for mamá and madre are in a special note where we explain the use of formal usted and the word madre (instead ofmamá) in some rural areas, but as we say in the explanation box, this doesn't reflect the general use. As a general rule, you would use the tú form when speaking to your mum and dad.
I hope this helps.
Un saludo
Inma
ReemKwiziq community member
Señor, ¿puede usted firmar aquí, por favor?
hi why we use firmar after usted not firma

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In the explanation, you use Tú when referring to Mamá and Usted when referring to Madre. In the Kwiz, you had a question with “father”. How can we
know whether tu or usted is required. Could it not be either, depending on the formality, which is not stated?
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