Comer: to eat
Pronunciation: koh-MEHR (stress the capital letters)
Comer means “to eat” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: to eat
- How to say it: koh-MEHR
- Present: yo como, tú comes
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “comer” means and how to use it
Comer means “to eat.” In many countries it also means “to have lunch,” the main meal of the day.
How to conjugate “comer”
| Who | Spanish | English |
|---|---|---|
| yo | como | I |
| tú | comes | you (informal) |
| él, ella, usted | come | he, she, you (formal) |
| nosotros | comemos | we |
| ellos, ustedes | comen | they, you all |
| Past (preterite) | yo comí, él comió | I / he or she |
| Past participle | comido | used with haber |
Examples with audio
- Como fruta todas las mañanas.I eat fruit every morning.
- ¿Qué quieres comer hoy?What do you want to eat today?
- Mis hijos comen en la escuela.My children eat at school.
Usage tip
Comer can also be the noun “food” (la comida). To say you have lunch, use “almorzar” or simply “comer,” depending on the country.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “to eat” in Spanish?
“to eat” in Spanish is “comer.” It is pronounced koh-MEHR, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “comer”?
Say koh-MEHR. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
What is the past tense of “comer”?
In the preterite, “yo” is “comí” and “él” is “comió.” The past participle is “comido.”
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