traigo
/tɾaiɡo/from spelling rules
traigo is the Spanish way to say "I bring".
In some parts of Central America, you may find the verb llevar used to express the meaning of "bring".
Which one should you use?
traigo is the conjugated form used specifically when the subject is "I", whereas traer is the infinitive form meaning "to bring".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In parts of Central America, the verb llevar is used to mean "bring".
How does it change in a sentence?
traigo is the first-person singular present indicative of the irregular verb traer.
How do you pronounce it?
/tɾaiɡo/
Did you know?
- The phrase traer cola literally means 'to bring a tail' but is used to describe a situation that will have long-lasting complications or further consequences.
- The expression traer de un ala is used to describe someone who is very much favored or preferred by a person, similar to 'having someone in one's favor'.
- In Spanish, saying traigo can be used idiomatically to describe a mood or feeling, such as traigo ganas, which means 'I feel like' or 'I have a desire' to do something.
Examples in context
- Te traigo buenas noticias.I bring you good news.This sentence is useful for practicing how to use traigo when delivering news.Tatoeba #5050772 by ianna, translation #12863897 by rul
- Les traigo algo nuevo, mis amigos.I bring you something new, my friends.This sentence is useful for using traigo when presenting something new to a group of friends.Tatoeba #13575612 by mexicanhere, translation #11938568 by LdjuherTaqvaylit
- ¿Puedo traer algo para la reunión?Can I bring something to the meeting?
- Traigo la información solicitada por el cliente.I bring the information requested by the client.
- Llevo conmigo el informe completo.I bring with me the complete report.
- Llevo los documentos solicitados.I bring the requested documents.
- Traigo la cena para todos.I bring dinner for everyone.
Example conversation
Daniel arrives at Elena's house with a gift.
- DanielHola Elena, traigo un detalle para ti.Hello Elena, I bring a little something for you.
- Elena¡Qué amable eres, Daniel!How kind you are, Daniel!
- DanielEspero que te guste.I hope you like it.
- ElenaMuchas gracias, me encanta.Thank you so much, I love it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
