mojar
/moˈxaɾ/
The English phrase 'get some' can be translated to Spanish as mojar.
In a slang context, mojar is used to mean having sex with someone.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In the Caribbean, you may hear the phrase pillar algo used to mean 'get something' or 'grab something'.
How does it change in a sentence?
As a standard -ar verb, mojar is conjugated in the present tense as mojo (I get some), mojas (you get some) and moja (he/she gets some).
How do you pronounce it?
/moˈxaɾ/
Did you know?
- The verb mojar shares its distant roots with the English word 'mollify', as both originate from the Latin 'mollis', meaning 'soft'.
- The slang use of mojar relates to a wider category of Spanish expressions where moisture and heat are used as metaphors for sexual arousal.
- The term mojar literally translates to 'to wet' or 'to soak' in a non-slang context, such as when talking about rain or washing clothes.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría conseguir algunos materiales de oficina.I would like to get some office supplies.
- Necesito obtener algunos datos sobre el proyecto.I need to get some data on the project.
- El cliente desea adquirir algunos productos nuevos.The customer wants to get some new products.
- Voy a agarrar algo para beber, ¿quieres algo también?I'm going to get something to drink, would you like something too?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about their dating lives.
- JavierJavier, ¿tienes alguna cita pronto?Javier, do you have a date soon?
- ElenaSí, espero mojar el sábado.Yes, I hope to get some on Saturday.
- Javier¡Qué suerte tienes, Elena!You're so lucky, Elena!
- ElenaYa veremos si pasa.We'll see if it happens.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry mojar, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mojar, CC BY-SA 4.0.
