ir
/ˈiɾ/
In Spanish, the phrase "to go" is translated as ir.
The most common and universal verb for "to go" in Spanish is ir.
Meaning: served in a takeout container (adj)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In certain regions of Spain, specifically Madrid, the verb salir is often used to convey the idea of "to go" when referring to the act of socializing or going out.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈiɾ/
Did you know?
- The past tense form fui ('I went') is derived from the Latin verb for 'to be' rather than 'to go'.
- The English word 'evade' is a distant relative of the Spanish word voy, as both originate from the Latin verb vādere.
- When ordering food to take away in many Spanish-speaking countries, you might use the phrase para llevar instead of the verb ir.
Examples in context
- Voy a ir allí.I'm going to go there.This sentence shows how to use ir to express a future intention of moving to a location.Tatoeba #6610233 by UsuarioX, translation #4442366 by CK
- Me obligó a ir.He forced me to go.This sentence demonstrates the use of ir following another verb to express being forced to move.Tatoeba #883735 by Shishir, translation #298167 by CK
- Debo ir a casa.I have to go home.This sentence shows how to use ir to express an obligation to move toward home.Tatoeba #5046898 by don_ramon, translation #256788 by CK
- Voy al supermercadoI am going to the supermarket
- Me dirijo a la reuniónI am heading to the meeting
- Me voy de vacacionesI'm going on vacation
- Nos marchamos del restauranteWe are leaving the restaurant
- Mis amigos parten mañanaMy friends are leaving tomorrow
- Voy a andar por el parqueI am going to walk in the park
- Salimos de copas anocheWe went out for drinks last night
- Voy al cineI am going to the cinema
- Voy a comprar panI am going to buy bread
- 1493 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are ordering food at a cafe.
- Daniel¿Para comer aquí o para ir?For here or to go?
- ElenaPara ir, por favor.To go, please.
- DanielMuy bien. ¿Quieres una bolsa?Very well. Do you want a bag?
- ElenaSí, gracias, Daniel.Yes, thank you, Daniel.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry ir, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ir, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
