coman
/KOH-mahn/
eat
A group being told to start their meal, illustrating the command 'coman'.
📝 In Action
Por favor, coman antes de que se enfríe la cena.
A2Please, eat before the dinner gets cold.
¡Coman todo lo que quieran!
A2Eat as much as you all want!
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Ending Swap' Rule
For -ER verbs like 'comer', the normal 'E' sounds change to 'A' sounds when you are giving a polite or group command (¡Coman!).
Who are you talking to?
'Coman' is used when you are speaking directly to a group of people (you all) or when talking about 'them' in a wish or doubt.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Comen vs. Coman
Mistake: "Using 'comen' when you want to give a command."
Correction: Use 'comen' to state a fact (They eat), but 'coman' to give an order or make a wish (Eat!).
⭐ Usage Tips
Hospitality
In Spanish-speaking cultures, use 'coman, coman' (doubled) to warmly encourage your guests to start eating or to have more food.
Expressing a wish for others to enjoy their food, illustrating 'coman'.
📝 In Action
Espero que los niños coman sus verduras.
B1I hope the children eat their vegetables.
Dudo que ellos coman carne.
B1I doubt they eat meat.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Wish' Form
Use 'coman' after phrases like 'Espero que...' (I hope that...) or 'Quiero que...' (I want that...) when talking about a group of people.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: coman
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence is a command telling a group of people to eat?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'comen' and 'coman'?
'Comen' is for facts (They eat pizza every Friday). 'Coman' is for commands or wishes (Eat your pizza! / I hope they eat their pizza).
Can I use 'coman' with my friends?
Yes! In Latin America, 'coman' is used for any group you are talking to. In Spain, it is usually reserved for formal groups (ustedes), while 'comed' is used for friends (vosotros).