comprar
to buy
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/kõˈpɾaɾ/
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Cultural Note
In Portugal, small neighborhood shops ('mercearias') are still common, and 'ir às compras' (to go shopping) often involves visiting several specialized shops. In Brazil, 'fazer compras' is the more common expression for grocery shopping.
📝 Example Sentences
Vou comprar flores para ela.
I'm going to buy flowers for her.
Compraste o pão?
Did you buy the bread?