Spanish · Common Verbs
Comer
To eat
Beginnerverb
Definition
To consume food.
Example
Comemos a las dos de la tarde.
We eat at two in the afternoon.
Etymology
'Comer' comes from the Latin 'comedere', which means 'to eat' or 'to consume'. The term has evolved while retaining its original significance.
How & Where It’s Used
'Comer' is used informally in daily conversation and more formally in written menus and culinary discussions, common in all Spanish-speaking cultures.
Literary Heritage
It appears in numerous cultural sayings and literature to express themes of sustenance and community.