Mismo: same
Pronunciation: MEES-moh (stress the capital letters)
Mismo means “same” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: same; self; very
- How to say it: MEES-moh
- Forms: mismo, misma, mismos, mismas
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “mismo” means and how to use it
Mismo means “same” before a noun, “-self” after a pronoun, and “very” in phrases like “ahora mismo” (right now).
Other translations: same, -self, very.
Forms of “mismo”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | mismo | mismos |
| Feminine | misma | mismas |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Tenemos el mismo profesor.We have the same teacher.
- Lo hice yo mismo.I did it myself.
- Voy ahora mismo.I am going right now.
Usage tip
It agrees with the noun: la misma casa, los mismos libros. After “yo, tú, él,” it adds emphasis: tú mismo (you yourself).
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “same” in Spanish?
“same” in Spanish is “mismo.” It is pronounced MEES-moh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “mismo”?
Say MEES-moh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “mismo” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “mismo,” “misma,” “mismos,” and “mismas.”
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