hacer la cama
to make the bed
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/aˈθeɾ la ˈkama/
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Cultural Note
Making the bed daily is considered essential in Spanish households. The phrase also has a colloquial double meaning: 'hacerle la cama a alguien' means to set someone up or scheme against them. In couple life, who makes the bed each morning is one of those small domestic negotiations that defines daily routines.
📝 Example Sentences
Siempre hago la cama nada más levantarme.
I always make the bed as soon as I get up.
¿Puedes hacer la cama mientras preparo el desayuno?
Can you make the bed while I prepare breakfast?