brindar
“brindar” means “to toast” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to toast
Also: to drink to
📝 In Action
Brindamos por tu nuevo trabajo.
A2We toast to your new job.
Todos levantaron sus copas para brindar por los novios.
B1Everyone raised their glasses to toast to the newlyweds.
Me gustaría brindar por nuestra amistad.
A2I would like to toast to our friendship.
to offer
Also: to provide
📝 In Action
El voluntariado brinda la oportunidad de ayudar a otros.
B1Volunteering offers the opportunity to help others.
Esta aplicación brinda soluciones para ahorrar tiempo.
B2This app provides solutions for saving time.
El hotel nos brindó un servicio excelente.
B1The hotel provided us with excellent service.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Quick Quiz: brindar
Question 1 of 3
Which preposition do you use to say what you are toasting to?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the 16th-century German phrase 'bring dir's' (I bring it to you), which was used when offering a drink for a toast.
First recorded: 16th Century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'brindar' to offer a physical gift?
Not usually. 'Brindar' is mostly for abstract things like help, support, or opportunities. For a physical gift, use 'dar' or 'regalar'.
Is 'brindar' a regular verb?
Yes! It follows the standard rules for all verbs ending in -ar.
Do I have to have alcohol to 'brindar'?
No, you can toast with water or juice, though some superstitions in Spain say toasting with water brings bad luck!