Memorize “Comprar” conjugations in the Present Tense effortlessly. Our unique loop-based audio helps you absorb verb forms naturally—just like native speakers. Tap to play and start memorizing 10x faster now!

Pro Tip: Play the audio on a loop while reviewing the conjugation chart to naturally absorb the correct forms. Try it now!

Conjugation Chart of “Comprar” (to buy) in the Present Tense

Why Use Loop-Based Learning

• 🧠 Activates natural language processing in the brain
• 🔄 Makes conjugations feel automatic
• 📝 Reduces mental effort compared to rote memorization
• 💡 Builds fluency through repetition

Unlike traditional methods that rely on memorizing rules and grammar drills, our approach mimics how native speakers naturally acquire language—by hearing patterns repeatedly in context. This activates your brain’s phonological loop, making verb forms feel familiar and automatic.

To learn more about the science behind this technique, read our detailed article: The Neuroscience of Language Learning: How Listening on a Loop Strengthens Your Fluency

Understanding the Present Tense of “Comprar”

The Present Tense of comprar is used to describe actions happening right now or habitual actions, for example: Compro pan en la panadería todos los días. (I buy bread at the bakery every day.)

Comprar is a regular -ar verb, so its conjugations in the present tense follow the typical pattern for this verb type.

How to Use Comprar in the Present Tense

Comprar generally means to buy or purchase something, but has several different meanings in the Present Tense, some of which might surprise you.

Literal meaning: To acquire something by paying money for it, for example, Yo compro un libro nuevo cada mes (I buy a new book every month).

Figurative meaning: To believe or accept an idea or story, for example, No le compro esa excusa (I don’t buy that excuse).

Slang meaning: To understand or comprehend something, for example, ¿Compras lo que te digo? (Do you get what I’m saying?).

Rude meaning: To bribe or pay someone off, for example, El político compra votos en cada elección (The politician buys votes in every election).

Idiomatic meaning: To trick or deceive someone, for example, No te la compres, ¡es un mentiroso! (Don’t fall for it, he’s a liar!).

Real Life Examples of Comprar in the Present Tense

Yo compro frutas y verduras frescas en el mercado todos los sábados. (I buy fresh fruits and vegetables at the market every Saturday.)

¿Tú compras los boletos con anticipación o en la taquilla? (Do you buy the tickets in advance or at the box office?)

Mi hermana compra regalos para toda la familia en Navidad. (My sister buys gifts for the whole family at Christmas.)

Nosotros compramos la comida para la fiesta en el supermercado. (We buy the food for the party at the supermarket.)

¿Compráis souvenirs cuando viajan al extranjero? (Do you buy souvenirs when you travel abroad?)

Ellos compran los boletos de avión con meses de anticipación para ahorrar dinero. (They buy the plane tickets months in advance to save money.)

En la oficina, compramos suministros nuevos cada mes. (At the office, we buy new supplies every month.)

¿Compras ropa de marca o prefieres las marcas más económicas? (Do you buy brand-name clothes or do you prefer more affordable brands?)

Mis amigos compran entradas para el concierto en cuanto salen a la venta. (My friends buy tickets for the concert as soon as they go on sale.)

Cuando voy de compras, compro lo que necesito y nada más. (When I go shopping, I buy what I need and nothing more.)

¿Compráis productos locales o prefieren las marcas internacionales? (Do you buy local products or do you prefer international brands?)

Ellas compran regalos únicos y personalizados para ocasiones especiales. (They buy unique and personalized gifts for special occasions.)

En mi familia, compramos un árbol de Navidad nuevo cada año. (In my family, we buy a new Christmas tree every year.)

¿Compras libros en formato físico o prefieres los libros electrónicos? (Do you buy physical books or do you prefer e-books?)

Mis padres compran productos de temporada cuando están disponibles. (My parents buy seasonal products when they are available.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Comprar (to buy) in the Present Tense (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:

This post covers Castilian Spanish. For Latin American Spanish, click here

Synonyms

The Present tense is also known as the Simple Present, Present Simple, Present Tense, or Present Indicative in English, and as Presente de Indicativo, Presente Simple, Tiempo Presente, or Indicativo Presente in Spanish.