To talk about likes and dislikes in Spanish, we usually use the verb "gustar."

Learning how to use this verb will help you share what you like and don’t like, and understand how others feel too.

Here are some important phrases and tips to help you express what you like.

Basic Structure of "Gustar"

The verb "gustar" means “to please.”

It's good to remember this when you use it. Instead of saying “I like pizza” in Spanish, you actually say “Pizza pleases me.”

Here’s how to use "gustar":

• Subject + verb + indirect object pronoun + subject

Indirect Object Pronouns

These are the pronouns you need when using "gustar":

• me (to me)
• te (to you, informal)
• le (to him/her/you, formal)
• nos (to us)
• os (to you, plural informal in Spain)
• les (to them/you, plural formal)

Positive Phrases for Likes

Here are some ways to say what you like:

1. Me gusta + singular noun:

   • Example: Me gusta el chocolate. (I like chocolate.)

2. Me gustan + plural noun:

   • Example: Me gustan los libros. (I like books.)

3. A mí me gusta + infinitive verb:

   • Example: A mí me gusta bailar. (I like to dance.)

Negative Phrases for Dislikes

To say what you don’t like, just add "no" before "gustar":

1. No me gusta + singular noun:

   • Example: No me gusta el café. (I don’t like coffee.)

2. No me gustan + plural noun:

   • Example: No me gustan las verduras. (I don’t like vegetables.)

3. A mí no me gusta + infinitive verb:

   • Example: A mí no me gusta correr. (I don’t like to run.)

Examples of Likes and Dislikes

Here are some example sentences for you to practice:

• Me gusta la música. (I like music.)
• No me gusta el frío. (I don’t like the cold.)
• A mí me gustan las películas de acción. (I like action movies.)
• A ella no le gusta hacer la tarea. (She doesn’t like to do homework.)

Practice Questions

Try to answer these questions using "gustar":

1. ¿Te gusta el fútbol? (Do you like football?)
2. ¿Qué te gusta hacer en tu tiempo libre? (What do you like to do in your free time?)

By learning these phrases and how to use them, you will be ready to talk about your likes and dislikes in Spanish! Keep practicing to improve your speaking skills!