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comer means to eat — a common term in Mexican Slang. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 1, 2025

🌶️ Mexican Slang

comer

verb • /[koh-MER]/

to eat

Example:

Quiero comer tacos hoy.

I want to eat tacos today.

🧠 What does comer mean?

While 'comer' typically means 'to eat' in standard Spanish, in Mexican slang, it can sometimes take on a more vulgar meaning, similar to 'to devour' or 'to screw over' someone. It's used to express that someone is taking advantage of another person, exploiting them, or treating them unfairly. Think of it like someone "eating you alive" metaphorically.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¡No te dejes comer por el jefe! Pídele un aumento.
    Don't let the boss eat you alive! Ask for a raise.
  • Ese mecánico me comió con el precio de la reparación.
    That mechanic screwed me over with the price of the repair.
  • Se comieron todo el dinero del proyecto.
    They devoured all the money for the project.

💡 Did You Know?

While the slang usage of 'comer' might sound negative, sometimes it can be used playfully among friends, depending on the context.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "comer"

Synonyms: cenar, almorzar, degustar, ingerir, tragar
Opposites: ayunar

🔍 See more mexican slang words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to eat' in Spanish?
The standard way to say 'to eat' in Spanish is 'comer'.
How do you pronounce 'comer' in Spanish?
It's pronounced koh-MEHR, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'comer' in a sentence?
In standard Spanish: 'Voy a comer una manzana.' (I'm going to eat an apple.) In Mexican slang: 'Me comieron con el precio.' (They ripped me off with the price.)
What is the English translation of 'comer'?
Generally, it's 'to eat.' In Mexican slang, it can mean 'to screw over,' 'to rip off,' or 'to take advantage of.'
Does 'comer' change for gender or number?
No, 'comer' itself doesn't change for gender. However, it conjugates according to the subject performing the action (e.g., como, comes, come, comemos, coméis, comen).
Is 'comer' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'comer' (to eat) is very common. The slang usage is less frequent and more specific to Mexican Spanish.
Does 'comer' have slang or double meanings?
Yes, as mentioned, in Mexican slang, it can mean to cheat or take advantage of someone.
Is 'comer' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The standard meaning of 'to eat' is the same. The slang usage described is more common in Mexico.
How do you conjugate 'comer' in Spanish?
Present tense: como, comes, come, comemos, coméis, comen. There are many other tenses as well – preterite, imperfect, future, etc.

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