🇪🇸 How to say

“to take” in Spanish

tomar
Illustration of "to take" in a Spanish cultural setting
A person sits at a sunny cafe table, lifting a glass of fresh orange juice to their lips. The morning light catches the condensation on the glass as they prepare to take a refreshing sip.

Usage note

In Spanish, 'tomar' can mean both 'to take' (like transportation) and 'to drink' (beverages), making it a very handy verb for daily activities.

Examples

  • Voy a tomar un café.

    I'm going to drink a coffee.

  • Ella toma el autobús a las ocho.

    She takes the bus at eight.

  • Tomamos agua después de correr.

    We drink water after running.

Quick check

What does "tomar" mean?

  • A. to take
  • B. to feel
  • C. to help
  • D. to make

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