Translation of Spanish word "cómo" to English
cómo
/ˈko.mo/
Meaning
VerbTo what degree or extent.
How to use
Cómo ('how') is written with an accent mark when used in questions or exclamations. Without an accent (como), it means 'as' or 'like'.
🇬🇧 English
how
Example
Dime cómo preparaste este pastel tan delicioso.
Tell me how you prepared this delicious cake.
El indicador indicaba qué tan caliente estaba el horno.
The gauge indicated how hot the oven was.
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Common phrases
- ¿cómo estás?— how are you?
- ¿cómo se dice?— how do you say?
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What does the Spanish word "cómo" mean?▼
The Spanish word "cómo" means "how" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Dime cómo preparaste este pastel tan delicioso." (which translates as "Tell me how you prepared this delicious cake.").
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