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Spanish Phrase

Entonces, vuelve a enchufarlo.

/enˈtonθes ˈβwelβe a enʧuˈfaɾlo/
Meaning"Then, plug it back in."
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Meaning

A directive telling someone to plug a device back in after it has been unplugged. It combines a linking adverb with the 'volver a + infinitive' construction to stress that the action should be repeated.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you want to give a quick, informal instruction after a device has been disconnected—e.g., after a power outage, after someone accidentally pulls a plug, or when troubleshooting electronics.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Entonces,vuelveaenchufarlo.

1

Entonces

Discourse marker meaning 'then' or 'so', used to link a previous statement to a conclusion or instruction.

2

vuelve (imperative)

Second‑person singular imperative of volver; here it introduces a repeated action.

3

a + infinitive

The construction 'volver a + infinitive' expresses doing something again.

4

enchufar + lo

Verb 'enchufar' (to plug in) combined with the direct‑object pronoun 'lo' attached to the infinitive.

🗨In Conversation

A

Se apagó la computadora porque se salió el cable.

The computer turned off because the cable came out.

Entonces, vuelve a enchufarlo.

So, plug it back in.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Entonces, vuelve a enchufar.

    Missing the direct‑object pronoun; the sentence needs 'lo' to indicate what to plug in.

  • Entonces, lo vuelve a enchufar.

    Pronoun placed before the verb; with 'volver a + infinitive' the pronoun attaches to the infinitive.

  • Entonces vuelve a enchufarlo.

    Comma after 'Entonces' is optional but helps the natural pause; without it the phrase can feel rushed.

↔Alternatives

  • Entonces, vuelve a conectarlo.

    Then, connect it again.

  • Entonces, ponlo de nuevo en la toma.

    Then, put it back in the socket.

  • Entonces, enchúfalo otra vez.

    Then, plug it in again.

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Cultural Tip

In most Spanish‑speaking countries 'enchufar' is the everyday verb for plugging electronic devices into a wall outlet. The 'volver a + infinitive' pattern is very common for indicating repetition, and it sounds natural in casual conversation. Avoid using the more formal 'conectar' unless you are speaking in a technical or formal context.