Using 'Morido'

'Morir' changes its spelling in certain situations. The 'o' often becomes 'ue' (like in 'muero') or just 'u' (like in 'murió' and 'muramos'). This happens with many common verbs!

A Shape-Shifting Verb

To say something 'has died' or 'is dead,' you use the special form 'muerto,' not 'morido.' For example, 'El pez ha muerto' (The fish has died) or 'El pez está muerto' (The fish is dead).

The Past Form 'Muerto'

When speaking about someone's death in a formal or respectful way, especially in the news, people often use 'fallecer' instead of 'morir'.

Being Formal

Extremely common. One of the most essential verbs in Spanish.

To express an intense feeling, use the pattern 'morir(se) de + [feeling]'. For example, 'morir de aburrimiento' (to be bored to death) or 'morir de vergüenza' (to be dying of embarrassment).

The Pattern for Exaggeration

Very common in everyday, informal conversation to exaggerate feelings.

To express a strong craving, use the pattern 'morir(se) por + [thing or action]'. For example, 'Me muero por verte' (I'm dying to see you).

The Pattern for Desire

Common way to express strong desire or love.

Learn the full meaning of the Spanish verb 'morir'. See complete conjugations, examples for literal ('to die') and figurative ('dying of laughter', 'crazy about') uses, and common mistakes.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

preterite

imperfect

future

conditional

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

affirmative

negative

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