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How to Say "buys" in Spanish

The Spanish word forbuysis invitaA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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invita

Verb (Conjugated Form)A2neutral/informal
buys a round
One happy character placing coins next to a small cup of hot chocolate on a table, while another character smiles in appreciation.

Examples

Mi abuelo siempre invita el postre cuando salimos.

My grandfather always treats us to dessert when we go out.

Ella nunca deja que yo pague; siempre invita.

She never lets me pay; she always treats.

¡Invita una cerveza!

Buy me a beer! / Treat me to a beer! (Informal command)

Paying the Bill

When 'invita' means 'to pay for,' the item being paid for (like 'el café' or 'la cena') is the direct receiver of the action.

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