invitar
to invite, to treat
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/imbiˈtaɾ/
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Cultural Note
In Spain and Latin America, 'invitar' also means 'to treat' or 'to pay for someone.' When a Spaniard says 'yo invito,' they mean they're paying the bill. This reflects the generous hospitality deeply rooted in Hispanic culture.
📝 Example Sentences
Te invito a cenar esta noche.
I invite you to dinner tonight.
Ella nos invitó a su fiesta de cumpleaños.
She invited us to her birthday party.