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cómodo means comfortable — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: December 14, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

cómodo

adjective • /[CO-mo-do]/

comfortable

Example:

El asiento no es muy cómodo.

The seat isn’t very comfortable.

🧠 What does cómodo mean?

The adjective 'cómodo' translates to 'comfortable' in English. It describes a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint, or a situation that is pleasant and convenient. This word is frequently used to describe physical objects, environments, or feelings of well-being. When traveling, it is particularly useful for assessing the comfort of accommodations, transportation, or clothing.

📚 Extra examples

  • El asiento del avión era muy cómodo.
    The airplane seat was very comfortable.
  • Esta casa es muy cómoda para unas vacaciones.
    This house is very comfortable for a vacation.
  • Me siento cómodo aquí.
    I feel comfortable here.
  • Espero que el hotel sea cómodo.
    I hope the hotel is comfortable.
  • Estos zapatos son increíblemente cómodos.
    These shoes are incredibly comfortable.

💡 Did You Know?

The origin of 'cómodo' can be traced back to the Latin word 'commodus', which means 'fitting', 'convenient', or 'suitable'. This etymological connection highlights the word's core meaning of being well-suited and easy to be with or in.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "cómodo"

Synonyms: confortable, agradable, apropiado, conveniente
Opposites: incómodo, desagradable, inconveniente

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'comfortable' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'comfortable' is 'cómodo'.
How do you pronounce 'cómodo' in Spanish?
The pronunciation of 'cómodo' is KOH-moh-doh. The accent mark over the 'o' indicates that this syllable is stressed.
How do you use 'cómodo' in a sentence?
'Cómodo' is an adjective and agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies. For example, 'el asiento es cómodo' (the seat is comfortable) or 'las sillas son cómodas' (the chairs are comfortable).
What is the English translation of 'cómodo'?
The English translation of 'cómodo' is 'comfortable'.
Does 'cómodo' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'cómodo' changes to agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. The masculine singular is 'cómodo', the feminine singular is 'cómoda', the masculine plural is 'cómodos', and the feminine plural is 'cómodas'.
Is 'cómodo' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'cómodo' is a very common and widely used adjective in everyday Spanish.
Does 'cómodo' have slang or double meanings?
While 'cómodo' primarily means 'comfortable', in some informal contexts, it can imply ease or simplicity, but it does not typically have strong slang or double meanings.
Is 'cómodo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The primary meaning and usage of 'cómodo' as 'comfortable' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

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