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How to Say "i grab" in Spanish

The Spanish word fori grabis tomoA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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tomo

VerbA1
physically seizing something
A cartoonish hand reaching down to grab a single bright red apple resting on a simple wooden surface.

Examples

Tomo el autobús para ir a la escuela.

I take the bus to go to school.

Todos los días tomo un café con leche.

Every day I drink a coffee with milk.

Tomo nota de todo lo que dices.

I take note of everything you say.

Using 'Tomar' for Drinks

In Spain, 'tomar' is very common for drinking coffee, tea, or alcohol. In many parts of Latin America, 'beber' (to drink) is more frequently used for liquids.

Taking a Decision

When talking about making a decision, Spanish speakers use 'tomar una decisión' (I take a decision), not 'hacer una decisión' (I make a decision).

Confusing 'Tomar' and 'Llevar'

Mistake:Llevo el autobús a casa. (I carry the bus home.)

Correction: Tomo el autobús a casa. ('Tomar' is for using transport; 'llevar' is for carrying or taking a person/thing somewhere.)

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