Úsala

Úsala is a Spanish phrase formed from the verb usar in the affirmative tú command (usa) combined with the feminine direct object pronoun la, meaning “use it.” The accent on the first syllable (ú) marks the expected stress when the pronoun is attached, and the phrase is written úsa-la or úsala depending on typographic conventions. It is typically translated as “use it,” with la referring to a feminine noun that has been mentioned previously.

Grammatically, Úsala illustrates the pattern of a verb in the imperative mood followed by a clitic pronoun. The pronoun is attached to the end of the verb, and the accent is retained (or added) to preserve the original stress and aid pronunciation. Other gender forms exist for different noun endings, such as úsalo for masculine direct objects and similar constructions with other verbs.

Usage and examples vary by context but are common in instructions, directions, product labels, and everyday speech. In writing, accents are maintained, even at the start of sentences or in all-capital text where accents may be omitted in some typography, though correct spelling usually keeps the accent.

Examples:

- Úsala cuando necesites identificar la causa. (Use it when you need to identify the cause.)

- No la uses si ya está dañada. (Do not use it if it is already damaged.)

Notes:

Úsala is not a proper noun and does not designate a specific place, organization, or standalone entity. It is primarily a grammatical form used to instruct someone to use a feminine-noun antecedent. See also Spanish grammar, imperative mood, and clitic pronouns.