🇪🇸 How to say

“to buy” in Spanish

comprar
Illustration of "to buy" in a Spanish cultural setting
A busy market scene where a woman is happily choosing fresh fruits from a vendor while handing over money. Nearby, a man is buying a colorful shirt from a clothing stall, showing the everyday act of buying in a lively atmosphere.

Usage note

The verb 'comprar' means 'to buy' and is commonly used in everyday conversations about shopping. You can remember it because it's a basic action we all do when we need something.

Examples

  • Yo quiero comprar un libro.

    I want to buy a book.

  • Ella compra pan en la tienda.

    She buys bread at the store.

  • Nosotros compramos frutas cada semana.

    We buy fruits every week.

Quick check

What does "comprar" mean?

  • A. to buy
  • B. to eat
  • C. to listen
  • D. to sleep

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