a mânca

to eat

Beginner Verb

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Pronunciation

/a mɨn.ˈka/

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Cultural Note

A mânca is one of the first verbs learners encounter. It is irregular in the present tense. The Romanian saying 'Poftă bună!' (Good appetite!) is always said before meals, similar to the French 'Bon appétit!'

📝 Example Sentences

Hai să mâncăm la ora unu.

Let's eat at one o'clock.

Ce ai mâncat azi la prânz?

What did you eat today for lunch?

Mănânc micul dejun în fiecare dimineață.

I eat breakfast every morning.

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Related Words

mâncare

food

Noun

masă

table, meal

Noun

poftă bună

bon appétit / enjoy your meal

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