How to Say ‘To drink’ in Mexican Spanish
Para tomar
pah-rah toh-MAHR
[pah-rah toh-MAHR]
💬 Usage Tip: In Mexico tomar is the normal verb for drinking, and on its own it usually implies alcohol. beber sounds more formal.
Phrase Breakdown
Para
[pah-rah]
for
Used to indicate the purpose or destination.
Este regalo es para ti.
This gift is for you.
tomar
[toh-MAHR]
Drink
'Tomar' is a verb meaning to drink or to take, implying consumption.
Quiero tomar agua.
I want to drink water.
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