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Coger
Used when talking about picking up items or receiving something.
Literal Meaning
Take/Grab
Actual Meaning
To take (NOT vulgar in Spain)
Examples in Context

Puedes coger la fruta que te guste del mercado.

Voy a coger un taxi para llegar a casa más rápido.

Ella decidió coger el libro que le recomendaste.

Helpful Tips
  • 1In Spain, 'coger' is a common verb used in everyday situations and is not considered vulgar.
  • 2Use 'coger' when referring to taking something physically, like objects or means of transport.
  • 3Be mindful that in some Latin American countries, 'coger' can have a sexual connotation, so it's best to use it primarily in Spain.
Phrase Thesaurus
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tomar
agarrar
recoger
asumir
captar
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