usage of "se"

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Is "se" ever used with gustar outside the case of reflexive liking each other?

Asked 4 years ago

InmaNative Spanish expert teacher in Kwiziq

Hola R,

no, gustar is only used with "se" in reciprocal sentences:

María y Marcos se gustaban mucho cuando estudiaban juntos en la universidad.

María and Marcos liked each other a lot when they studied together at Uni.

We may sometimes use it in a reflexive way when you say for example you like yourself in a certain way:

Me gusto mucho con el pelo corto.

I like myself a lot with short hair.

Outside that, I can't think of any other situation you'd use se with gustar.

Saludos

Inma

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Is "se" ever used with gustar outside the case of reflexive liking each other?

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