Translation of Spanish word "me" to English
me
/me/
Meaning
NounThe first-person singular, as the object (of a verb, preposition, etc). As the object (direct or indirect) of a verb.
How to use
The word 'me' is used as a direct object pronoun in Spanish, typically in informal or spoken contexts. It is often used to refer to the speaker, and its usage can be tricky for learners, as it can change the meaning of a sentence. For example, 'me lo dio' means 'he gave it to me', while 'se lo dio' means 'he gave it to himself'.
🇬🇧 English
me / myself
Example
¿Quién está ahí? -A mí. (o:) Soy sólo yo.
Who is there? -Me. (or:) It's just me.
¿Quién hizo esto? -A mí. Lo hice. (o:) Fui yo. Lo hice.)
Who did this? -Me. I did it. (or:) It was me. I did it.)
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Common phrases
- me gusta— I like
- me duele la cabeza— my head hurts
- me encanta— I love
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Frequency rank: #27 in Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Spanish word "me" mean?▼
The Spanish word "me" means "me / myself" in English.
How do you pronounce the Spanish word "me"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "me"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ella me llama todos los días." (which translates as "Who is there? -Me. (or:) It's just me.").
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