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English - Spanish
Buy
baɪ
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
comprar, adquirir, pagar, convencer
Buy meanings in Spanish
comprar
Example:
I want to buy a new car.
Quiero comprar un coche nuevo.
She buys fresh vegetables every week.
Ella compra verduras frescas todas las semanas.
Usage: formal/informalContext: General use when referring to purchasing goods or services.
Note: One of the most common translations of 'buy' in Spanish.
adquirir
Example:
The company plans to buy new technology.
La empresa planea adquirir nueva tecnología.
He bought a lot of knowledge during his travels.
Él adquirió mucho conocimiento durante sus viajes.
Usage: formalContext: Used in a more formal or sophisticated context.
Note: Can imply a more strategic or deliberate acquisition.
pagar
Example:
I'll buy dinner tonight.
Yo pago la cena esta noche.
She always buys drinks for her friends.
Ella siempre paga las bebidas para sus amigos.
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used in informal settings or with friends/family.
Note: In some contexts, 'buy' can be used to mean 'pay for.'
convencer
Example:
His argument didn't buy me.
Su argumento no me convenció.
She tried to buy his loyalty with gifts.
Ella intentó comprar su lealtad con regalos.
Usage: formalContext: Used metaphorically in persuasion or influence.
Note: This meaning is more figurative and not related to literal purchasing.
Buy's synonyms
purchase
To acquire something by paying for it.
Example: I need to purchase a new laptop for work.
Note: Purchase is a formal term often used in professional or business contexts.
acquire
To gain possession or control of something.
Example: She acquired a rare painting at the auction.
Note: Acquire is a more general term that can refer to obtaining something through various means, not just by paying for it.
procure
To obtain or bring about by effort.
Example: The company needed to procure new equipment for the project.
Note: Procure implies obtaining something through effort or special means, often in a formal or official capacity.
obtain
To come into possession of something.
Example: He obtained a copy of the report from the archives.
Note: Obtain is a neutral term that can refer to acquiring something through various methods, including purchase.
get
To come into possession of something through one's actions.
Example: I need to get some groceries on the way home.
Note: Get is a common and informal term that can refer to acquiring something in a general sense, not necessarily through a transaction.
Buy expressions, common phrases
Buy time
To delay an event or action by using various tactics or excuses.
Example: He knew he was in trouble, so he tried to buy time by making excuses.
Note: The phrase 'buy time' does not involve an actual purchase but rather refers to delaying something.
Buy in
To accept or support a particular idea, plan, or belief.
Example: The team needs everyone to buy in to the new strategy for it to be successful.
Note: In this context, 'buy in' means to get others to believe in or support something, rather than a physical purchase.
Buy the farm
To die or pass away.
Example: He always talked about traveling the world before he bought the farm.
Note: This idiom is a euphemism for death and has no direct connection to purchasing property.
Buy off
To bribe someone in order to gain their favor or cooperation.
Example: The company tried to buy off the critics by offering them free products.
Note: In this context, 'buy off' involves offering something to influence someone's actions rather than a straightforward purchase.
Buy the bullet
To face a difficult situation or make a necessary but unpleasant decision.
Example: He had to buy the bullet and confess to his mistake.
Note: This phrase means to confront a challenging circumstance rather than making a literal purchase.
Buy into
To believe in or accept a particular concept or ideology.
Example: She didn't buy into the idea that success is solely based on luck.
Note: Similar to 'buy in,' this phrase emphasizes the acceptance or belief in an idea rather than a monetary transaction.
Buy the idea
To accept or approve of a proposal or suggestion.
Example: I'm not sure if the team will buy the idea of changing the project deadline.
Note: In this context, 'buy the idea' refers to accepting a proposal or suggestion rather than making a purchase.
Buy everyday (slang) expressions
Score
To obtain something, usually at a good deal or price.
Example: I scored a new laptop at a great price!
Note: It emphasizes getting something at a good value.
Splurge
To spend a lot of money on something indulgent or luxurious.
Example: I decided to splurge on those designer shoes.
Note: It implies spending extravagantly rather than just buying.
Snag
To grab or acquire something quickly, often before others.
Example: I managed to snag the last concert ticket!
Note: It conveys a sense of quick action or opportunity.
Cop
To buy or acquire something, especially clothing or accessories.
Example: I need to cop some new sneakers for the party.
Note: It is commonly used in informal contexts, especially related to fashion items.
Pick up
To buy or obtain something, often casually or spontaneously.
Example: I'm going to pick up some groceries on the way home.
Note: It suggests a casual or routine purchase.
Get hold of
To acquire or obtain something that may be difficult to find or access.
Example: I finally managed to get hold of that limited edition vinyl record.
Note: It implies overcoming obstacles or challenges to acquire something.
Grab
To quickly buy or obtain something, often used for small items or necessities.
Example: Can you grab some drinks for the party tonight?
Note: It emphasizes a swift action in acquiring something essential.
Buy - Examples
I want to buy a new phone.
Quiero comprar un teléfono nuevo.
She always buys fresh vegetables at the market.
Ella siempre compra verduras frescas en el mercado.
The company decided to acquire a smaller competitor.
La empresa decidió adquirir un competidor más pequeño.
Buy grammar
Buy - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: buy
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): buys
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): buy
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): bought
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): bought
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): buying
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): buys
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): buy
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): buy
Syllables, Separation and Stress
buy Contains 1 syllables: buy
Phonetic transcription: ˈbī
buy , ˈbī (The red syllable is stressed)
Buy - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
buy: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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