Verb · A2 · Spanish glossary
Vender: to sell
vender
Pronunciation: behn-DEHR (stress the capital letters)
Vender means “to sell” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: to sell
- How to say it: behn-DEHR
- Present: yo vendo, tú vendes
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “vender” means and how to use it
Vender means “to sell.” It is the opposite of comprar.
How to conjugate “vender”
| Who | Spanish | English |
|---|---|---|
| yo | vendo | I |
| tú | vendes | you (informal) |
| él, ella, usted | vende | he, she, you (formal) |
| nosotros | vendemos | we |
| ellos, ustedes | venden | they, you all |
| Past (preterite) | yo vendí, él vendió | I / he or she |
| Past participle | vendido | used with haber |
Examples with audio
- Vendo ropa por internet.I sell clothes online.
- Mi tío vende frutas en el mercado.My uncle sells fruit at the market.
- ¿Cuánto cuesta si lo vendes?How much is it if you sell it?
Usage tip
The place that sells something often ends in -ería: panadería (bakery), librería (bookstore). “Se vende” on a sign means “for sale.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “to sell” in Spanish?
“to sell” in Spanish is “vender.” It is pronounced behn-DEHR, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “vender”?
Say behn-DEHR. 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 “vender”?
In the preterite, “yo” is “vendí” and “él” is “vendió.” The past participle is “vendido.”
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