disfruto
/dees-FROO-toh/
I enjoy
A child enjoying a favorite snack illustrates 'disfruto' as finding pleasure in an activity.
disfruto(verb)
I enjoy
?finding pleasure in an activity or situation
I have a good time
?general enjoyment
,I like
?expressing a preference for something that gives joy
📝 In Action
Disfruto mucho de la comida mexicana.
A1I enjoy Mexican food a lot.
Disfruto leyendo en el parque.
A1I enjoy reading in the park.
Disfruto de tu compañía.
A2I enjoy your company.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'de' with Disfruto
You can say 'disfruto la música' or 'disfruto de la música.' Using 'de' is very common in Spanish and sounds very natural.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't confuse it with 'gustar'
Mistake: "Saying 'Me disfruto la película.'"
Correction: Say 'Disfruto la película.' You don't need 'me' (myself) before this word like you do with 'me gusta.'
⭐ Usage Tips
Action vs. Feeling
Use 'disfruto' when you want to emphasize the active experience of having fun, rather than just saying you like something.
Having the benefit of a private space illustrates 'disfruto' as possessing a right or privilege.
📝 In Action
Disfruto de plena salud.
B2I enjoy/possess full health.
Disfruto de una beca del gobierno.
B2I have (am a beneficiary of) a government scholarship.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Benefit' Meaning
In this formal context, 'disfruto' isn't about smiling or laughing; it's about being the person who gets to use a specific benefit or right.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: disfruto
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence means 'I enjoy the weekend'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it 'disfruto' or 'me disfruto'?
It is just 'disfruto'. Many learners add 'me' because 'me gusta' (I like) is so common, but 'disfrutar' is a standard verb that doesn't need that extra pronoun.
When should I use 'de' after disfruto?
You can use it almost anytime you mention what you are enjoying! 'Disfruto la cena' and 'Disfruto de la cena' are both correct, though adding 'de' can sometimes sound a bit more sophisticated.