móntame
/montame/from spelling rules
The phrase "ride me" in Spanish is translated as móntame.
This phrase is used to request that someone sit on top of the speaker's back or a vehicle that the speaker is currently controlling.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is composed of the imperative verb monta (mount or ride) and the enclitic pronoun me (me).
How does it change in a sentence?
The accent on the first syllable is required because the pronoun is attached to the imperative form.
How do you pronounce it?
/montame/
Did you know?
- In some Latin American dialects, montar is used colloquially to mean 'to trick' or 'to prank' someone, as in montar una broma.
- The root verb montar shares the same Latin origin as the English word 'mountain', as both relate to the act of going up or ascending.
- Using móntame in a social context can be risky because, depending on the region and tone, it can carry a strong sexual double entendre.
Examples in context
- Quiero que me cabalguesI want you to ride me
- Me gustaría que te montaras encima de míI would like you to ride me
Example conversation
Sofía is offering to give Alejandro a ride on her scooter.
- SofíaTengo un casco extra.I have an extra helmet.
- Alejandro¿De verdad puedo ir contigo?Can I really go with you?
- SofíaS, móntame en el scooter.Yes, ride me on the scooter.
- AlejandroGracias, Sofía.Thanks, Sofia.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
