Lose in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'lose' is 'perder', pronounced pehr-DEHR (IPA: /peɾˈðeɾ/). It is an A1-level verb.
Pronunciation: pehr-DEHR
| Spanish | perder |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | pehr-DEHR · /peɾˈðeɾ/ |
| Part of speech | verb |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'perder'
- Siempre pierdo mis llaves.
I always lose my keys. - Si no corres, pierdes el tren.
If you don't run, you'll miss the train. - Perdimos el partido ayer.
We lost the game yesterday. - No te pierdas el concierto del viernes.
Don't miss Friday's concert.
Common Phrases with 'perder'
- perder el tiempo
to waste time - perderse
to get lost - echar a perder
to spoil / ruin
How to Use 'perder'
Stem-changing e→ie: pierdo, pierdes, but perdemos. Perder also means 'to miss' a bus, train, or event (perdí el vuelo). The reflexive perderse = to get lost (me perdí en el centro).
Related Vocabulary
Keep going: review present tense conjugation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'lose' in Spanish?
'Lose' in Spanish is 'perder', pronounced pehr-DEHR.
How do you spell 'perder'?
It is spelled p-e-r-d-e-r.
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