Spanish to English Verbs, Español a Ingles Verbos Flashcards
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Comer
To eat
Comenzar
To begin, To start
Colgar
To hang up
Coger
To catch (pick up, fetch, get)
Kech
Coger
“Coger” is a common verb in Spanish that has several meanings depending on the region. It’s often translated as “to take” or “to grab” in English, but its usage can vary significantly between different Spanish-speaking countries. Here’s a brief overview of its main uses:
To Take/To Grab: In its most basic sense, “coger” is used to express taking or grabbing something. For example:
“Cogí el bolígrafo.” (I took the pen.)
“Coge tu abrigo antes de salir.” (Grab your coat before leaving.)
To Catch: “Coger” can also mean “to catch” when referring to grabbing something that’s moving or in motion. For example:
“Cogí la pelota que me lanzaste.” (I caught the ball you threw me.)
To Catch (Transport): In some regions, particularly in Spain and parts of Latin America, “coger” is commonly used to mean “to take” or “to catch” in the context of transportation. For example:
“Voy a coger el autobús.” (I’m going to take the bus.)
“¿A qué hora cogemos el tren?” (What time are we catching the train?)
To Have Sex (Vulgar Usage): It’s important to note that in some countries, particularly in Latin America, “coger” is considered vulgar slang and is used to refer to sexual intercourse. Because of this, it’s best to avoid using “coger” in this context in formal or polite conversation.
When using “coger,” it’s essential to be mindful of regional variations and cultural sensitivities, especially regarding its vulgar connotation in certain contexts. Depending on the region, alternatives such as “tomar” (to take) or “agarrar” (to grab) may be preferred in some situations to avoid any misunderstandings.
Casar
To marry
Casarse
to get married
Castigar
To castigate, punish, chastise
Cepillar
To brush
Cerrar
To close, shut
Cobrar
To charge (price, collect, cash)
Cocer al horno
To bake
Cocinar
To cook
Compartir
To share
Comprar
To buy
Comprender
To understand
Concluir
finish, conclude
Conducir
drive, lead, conduct
Conocer
know, be familiar with people, places,things
Saber
to know information, knowledge
Construir
construct
Contar *
count, tell, relate
Contestar
to answer
Convenir *
to suit, befit