eructar means to burp — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.
📅 Published: October 21, 2025
eructar
verb • /[eh-ruc-TAR]/
to burp
Example:
Eructó tras el refresco gigante.
He burped after the giant soda.
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🧠 What does eructar mean?
Eructar means 'to burp' in Spanish. It's the formal and polite way to describe the act of releasing gas from the stomach through the mouth. While there are other informal or slang terms, 'eructar' is generally suitable for most situations.
📚 Extra examples
- Después de la comida, eructó discretamente.
After the meal, he burped discreetly. - El bebé eructó después de tomar su leche.
The baby burped after drinking its milk. - Perdon, tuve que eructar.
Excuse me, I had to burp.
❓ FAQ
How do you say 'to burp' in Spanish?
The most common and polite way to say 'to burp' in Spanish is 'eructar'.
How do you pronounce 'eructar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced eh-rook-TAHR, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'eructar' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'Después de comer, eructé' (After eating, I burped), or 'El bebé necesita eructar' (The baby needs to burp).
What is the English translation of 'eructar'?
'Eructar' translates to 'to burp' in English.
Does 'eructar' change for gender or number?
Yes, like all verbs, 'eructar' conjugates depending on who is doing the burping (e.g., yo eructo, tú eructas, él/ella/usted eructa, nosotros eructamos, vosotros eructáis, ellos/ellas/ustedes eructan).
Is 'eructar' common in everyday Spanish?
While 'eructar' is the most polite and standard term, it's more common to hear informal words in casual conversations, depending on the region. 'Eructar' is generally used in more formal or medical contexts.
Does 'eructar' have slang or double meanings?
While 'eructar' itself doesn't have slang or double meanings, there are many other slang words in Spanish for 'to burp' that vary by region. It's best to stick with 'eructar' in formal settings.
Is 'eructar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word 'eructar' is understood across both Spain and Latin America, but informal terms for burping vary significantly by region. While understood, it's more common to use informal words in casual conversation.
How do you conjugate 'eructar' in Spanish?
Here's the present tense conjugation:
Yo eructo
Tú eructas
Él/ella/usted eructa
Nosotros eructamos
Vosotros eructáis
Ellos/ellas/ustedes eructan
💡 Did You Know?
Although considered rude in some cultures, burping after a meal is seen as a compliment to the chef in some parts of the world!
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