Spanish phrase

Ponte en ~.

Meaning

Put yourself in ___.

When to use it

Asks someone to imagine another person's situation. Used as a direct command to urge empathy, often between close people or when persuading, and can sound forceful.

Example dialogue

Ponte en mi lugar.

Put yourself in my place.

De acuerdo, intentaré entenderte mejor.

All right, I'll try to understand you better.

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