como siempre
/komo sjempɾe/from spelling rules
The English phrase "as you do" can be translated into Spanish as como siempre.
This phrase is used to describe an action that someone performs habitually or as a matter of routine.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, you can also use De la manera que siempre lo haces to express the same idea of "as you do".
Did you know?
- The word siempre comes from the Latin 'semper', which is the same root used in the motto of the United States Marine Corps, 'Semper Fidelis', meaning 'always faithful'.
- While como siempre translates to 'as always', it is often used sarcastically in Spanish to describe a predictable mistake or a bad habit, much like saying 'typical' in English.
- At a local café, saying como siempre can act as a shorthand order for your usual drink or meal without mentioning the item.
Examples in context
- Hiciste un buen trabajo en la fiesta, como siempre.You did a great job at the party, as you always do.
- Saliste de fiesta hasta tarde, igual que siempre.You went out partying until late, as you always do.
- En la reunión, hiciste todas las bromas, tal cual lo haces siempre.In the meeting, you cracked all the jokes, just as you always do.
- Llegas tarde, como siempre.You are arriving late, as you always do.
- Llegas tarde como siempre.You arrive late, as always.
- Él bebe café como siempre.He drinks coffee, as usual.
- Ella estudia en la biblioteca como siempre.She studies in the library, as she always does.
Example conversation
Daniel is at a cafe and Elena arrives to meet him.
- Elena¡Hola, Daniel! ¿Estás pidiendo un té?Hi, Daniel! Are you ordering a tea?
- DanielSí, Elena. Pido té verde como siempre.Yes, Elena. I order green tea, as usual.
- Elena¿No quieres un café hoy?Don't you want a coffee today?
- DanielNo, prefiero el té.No, I prefer tea.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
