How do you say 'with you' in Spanish?

In informal speech, 'with you' is contigo, a special merged form of con + tú that cannot be separated into two words.

When do I use contigo versus con usted?

Use contigo with friends, family, and peers (informal tú), and con usted with strangers, elders, or in professional settings (formal usted).

Is there a similar merged form for 'with me'?

The equivalent for 'with me' is conmigo, following the same pattern where con + mí merges into a single word.

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With You in Spanish: Contigo

Written by Sofia Ramirez, Lead Spanish Curriculum Editor · Reviewed May 2026

Contigo · prepositional phrase · kohn-TEE-goh

The English phrase 'with you' translates to contigo in Spanish when addressing someone informally. Unlike most prepositions that are followed by a separate pronoun, con + tú merges into the single word contigo. In formal speech, 'with you' becomes con usted.

Pronounce contigo as kohn-TEE-goh, stressing the second syllable.

Quiero estar contigo siempre.

I want to be with you always.

With You in Spanish: Quick Reference

Below are the most common Spanish words for with you, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.

Spanish	English	Pronunciation	Region / Register
contigo	with you	kohn-TEE-goh	Default, widely understood
con usted	with you		formal 'with you'
con vos	with you		used in Argentina and Central America

How Native Speakers Use Contigo

Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.

Romantic expression

Soy feliz contigo, no lo dudes.

I am happy with you, don't doubt it.

Expressing affection to a partner.

Making plans

¿Puedo ir contigo al supermercado?

Can I go with you to the supermarket?

Asking to join someone on an errand.

Formal address

Señor García, quiero hablar con usted un momento.

Mr. García, I want to speak with you for a moment.

Addressing a supervisor or elder respectfully.

Avoid These Mistakes When Using Contigo

Saying con tú

Incorrect: Voy a ir con tú al cine.

Correct: Voy a ir contigo al cine.

Spanish merges con + tú into the single word contigo. Saying 'con tú' is grammatically incorrect.

Using contigo in formal contexts

Incorrect: Doctor, necesito hablar contigo.

Correct: Doctor, necesito hablar con usted.

Contigo is informal. When addressing someone formally, use con usted instead.

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Common Questions About With You in Spanish

How do you say 'with you' in Spanish?: In informal speech, 'with you' is contigo, a special merged form of con + tú that cannot be separated into two words.
When do I use contigo versus con usted?: Use contigo with friends, family, and peers (informal tú), and con usted with strangers, elders, or in professional settings (formal usted).
Is there a similar merged form for 'with me'?: The equivalent for 'with me' is conmigo, following the same pattern where con + mí merges into a single word.