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“Comprar” (to buy) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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Understanding the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of “Comprar”

The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Comprar is used to give direct orders or instructions to buy something, for example Compra pan en la panadería. (Buy bread at the bakery.)

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

How to Use Comprar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

Comprar generally means to buy or purchase, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

Literal meaning: To acquire something by paying for it, for example, ¡Compra esas manzanas! (Buy those apples!)

Figurative meaning: To believe or accept something, often used colloquially, for example, ¡Compra lo que te digo! (Believe what I’m telling you!)

Slang meaning: To understand or comprehend something, often used informally, for example, ¡Compra la indirecta! (Get the hint!)

Rude meaning: To deceive or trick someone, used in a derogatory way, for example, ¡No me compres con tus mentiras! (Don’t try to fool me with your lies!)

Real Life Examples of Comprar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Compra los boletos ahora antes de que se agoten! (Buy the tickets now before they sell out!)

Por favor, compre suficientes suministros para la semana. (Please buy enough supplies for the week.)

Mamá, compremos ese lindo vestido que vimos en la tienda. (Mom, let’s buy that pretty dress we saw in the store.)

Oye amigo, compra unas cervezas para la fiesta de esta noche. (Hey friend, buy some beers for the party tonight.)

Señor, compre un seguro de viaje antes de viajar al extranjero. (Sir, buy travel insurance before traveling abroad.)

Jefe, compremos nuevas computadoras para la oficina. (Boss, let’s buy new computers for the office.)

Hija, compra un regalo bonito para tu mamá en su cumpleaños. (Daughter, buy a nice gift for your mom on her birthday.)

Chicos, compren las entradas para el concierto antes de que se vendan. (Guys, buy the concert tickets before they sell out.)

Oye viejo, compra unas chelas para ver el partido. (Hey dude, buy some beers to watch the game.)

Señorita, compre un mapa de la ciudad para no perderse. (Miss, buy a city map so you don’t get lost.)

Amigos, compremos un regalo de bodas para Juan y María. (Friends, let’s buy a wedding gift for Juan and Maria.)

Joven, compra un buen libro para mejorar tu español. (Young man, buy a good book to improve your Spanish.)

Señora, compre verduras frescas en el mercado local. (Ma’am, buy fresh vegetables at the local market.)

Equipo, compremos nuevos uniformes para el próximo torneo. (Team, let’s buy new uniforms for the next tournament.)

Oigan, compren algo rico para la cena de esta noche. (Hey guys, buy something tasty for dinner tonight.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Comprar (to buy) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) (Latin American Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Imperative mood is also known as the Command Form, Affirmative Command Mood, or Direct Command Form in English, and as Modo Imperativo, Imperativo Afirmativo, Mandatos Afirmativos, or Forma de Mandato in Spanish.