cómodo
/ˈkomodo/
The English phrase 'comfy' can be translated into Spanish as cómodo or confortable.
Meaning: comfortable (adj)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| cómodo | /ˈkomodo/ |
| confortable | /konfoɾˈtable/ |
Both cómodo and confortable are used to express the idea of being comfy or comfortable.
Which one should you use?
Use cómodo to describe physical comfort, such as a chair or clothing or a convenient situation. While confortable can also express 'comfy', it is a distinct term used for the same purpose.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective cómodo changes its ending based on the gender and number of the noun it describes: use cómodo for masculine singular nouns, cómoda for feminine singular nouns and cómodos for masculine plural or mixed-gender groups.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈkomodo/
Did you know?
- The term cómodo can also refer to a 'chamber pot' in certain historical or very old-fashioned contexts.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, the word cómoda is also the noun for a chest of drawers, because the piece of furniture is designed for 'convenience'.
- In some Spanish-speaking contexts, a person who is too cómodo might be criticized for being 'too relaxed' or even 'lazy'.
Examples in context
- Esta silla es muy cómoda.This chair is very comfy.
- El hotel ofrece habitaciones cómodas.The hotel offers comfortable rooms.
- Me encanta este conjunto, es muy cómodo.I love this outfit, it's very comfortable.
- Este colchón es muy confortable.This mattress is very comfy.
- Mis zapatos nuevos son muy confortables.My new shoes are very comfortable/comfy.
- Mi cama es súper comodona.My bed is super comfy.
- ¡Qué bien se está aquí, a gustito!How well it feels here, so comfy!
- Me gusta quedarme en casa arropadito, bien a gustito.I love staying at home, all cozy and comfy.
- Estos zapatos están bien chidos y cómodos.These shoes are really comfy and cool.
- Este sofá es muy cómodo.This sofa is very comfy.
- No es un asiento cómodo.It is not a comfy seat.
Example conversation
Elena and Daniel are testing out furniture in a showroom.
- Elena¿Es cómodo este sillón, Daniel?Is this armchair comfy, Daniel?
- DanielSí, es muy cómodo.Yes, it is very comfy.
- ElenaMe gusta mucho.I like it a lot.
- DanielA mí también me parece cómodo.I also think it is comfy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “comfy” translations and entries cómodo, confortable, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
