Spanish Phrase
Nunca vuelvas a entrar.
Meaning
This sentence is a strong prohibition telling someone not to go back inside a place. It uses the negative adverb 'nunca' together with the subjunctive form of the verb to create an emphatic command.
When to use
Use it when you want to forbid someone from re‑entering a location, especially after a warning or in a serious situation. It sounds harsher than the simple 'No vuelvas a entrar.'
✦Grammar Breakdown
Nuncavuelvasaentrar
Nunca (adverb of frequency)
Placed before the verb to express 'never' and adds strong negation.
Vuelvas (present subjunctive)
Used in negative commands; the subjunctive form replaces the indicative 'vuelves'.
a + infinitive
The preposition 'a' links the verb 'vuelvas' with the infinitive 'entrar' to indicate the action to avoid.
Entrar (infinitive)
The base form of the verb that follows the preposition, meaning 'to enter'.
🗨In Conversation
¿Puedo volver a entrar?
Can I go back inside?
Nunca vuelvas a entrar.
Never go back inside.
✕Common Mistakes
No vuelvas a entrar.
Using 'no' instead of 'nunca' weakens the prohibition; 'nunca' adds emphasis.
Nunca vuelves a entrar.
The indicative form 'vuelves' cannot be used for a command; the subjunctive 'vuelvas' is required.
↔Alternatives
No vuelvas a entrar.
Don't go back inside.
No regreses aquí.
Don't come back here.
No vuelvas a este lugar.
Don't return to this place.
Cultural Tip
In Spanish, pairing 'nunca' with the subjunctive creates a very strong, almost stern prohibition. It can sound harsh, so reserve it for serious warnings or when you need to emphasize that re‑entry is absolutely forbidden. In more casual contexts, 'No vuelvas a entrar' is preferred.