guarda mi número
/ɡwaɾda mi numeɾo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "save my number" is translated into Spanish as guarda mi número.
This phrase is used to request that someone store your phone number in their contact list. You may also use the alternative phrase anota mi número, which literally means "note down my number" but is used in the same context of asking someone to record your contact information.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of guarda (save/keep), mi (my) and número (number).
Which one should you use?
The phrase anota mi número is a common alternative that literally means 'note down my number' but is used in the same context of asking someone to record your contact information.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, one might say Guarda mi número, porfa to mean "Save my number, please".
How does it change in a sentence?
The form guarda mi número uses the informal imperative (tú).
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡwaɾda mi numeɾo/
Did you know?
- The verb guarda comes from the Proto-Germanic root for 'guard', making it a distant relative of the English word 'warden'.
- While guarda mi número is used for digital contacts, the verb guardar is the standard way to say 'to put away' or 'to tidy up' physical objects, such as putting clothes in a wardrobe.
- In some Latin American countries, people use registrar instead of guardar, which gives the request a more official tone, as if you are being entered into a formal system.
Examples in context
- ¿Podría guardar mi número, por favor?Would you mind saving my number, please?
- Me gustaría que guardara mi número.I would like you to save my number
- Guárdate mi número, porfa.Save my number, please
- ¿Puedes guardar mi número, por favor?Can you save my number, please?
- Oye, ¿me guardas el número?Hey, would you save my number?
- Guarda mi número para cuando me necesites.Save my number for when you need me.
- Por favor, guarda mi número en tu móvil.Please, save my number in your mobile.
- Guarda mi número, así podrás llamarme mañana.Save my number, so you can call me tomorrow.
Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are exchanging contact information after meeting at a cafe.
- MateoFue un gusto conocerte, Sofía.It was a pleasure to meet you, Sofía.
- SofíaIgualmente, Mateo. ¿Me das tu teléfono?Likewise, Mateo. Will you give me your phone number?
- MateoSí, toma. Guarda mi número.Yes, here. Save my number.
- SofíaListo, ya lo tengo.Done, I have it now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries guarda, mi, número, CC BY-SA 4.0.
