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compra
/ˈkom.pɾa/
purchase
Hice una compra en el supermercado.
I made a purchase at the supermarket.
general
The act of buying something, typically goods or services.
La compra de la casa fue muy costosa.
The purchase of the house was very expensive.
Can refer to a single transaction or a general act of buying.
Collocations
hacer una comprato make a purchasela compra dethe purchase of
Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Compra' is commonly used in everyday language to refer to the act of buying something, whether it's groceries, a house, or any other item.
Word Origin
From Latin 'compra', meaning 'purchase' or 'buying'.
Usage Notes
Often used in the context of shopping or acquiring goods. Can also refer to a specific transaction or a general act of buying.
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