morir
Stem-changing (o -> ue / u) Level A2 ⭐ #75 Most CommonEnglish translation: to die
Present (Presente)
Present state or process.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| yo | muero | |
| tú | mueres | |
| él/ella/usted | muere | |
| nosotros/as | morimos | |
| vosotros/as | morís | |
| ellos/ellas/ustedes | mueren |
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Frequently Asked Questions: MORIR
Is "morir" a regular or irregular verb in Spanish? ▾
"morir" is classified as a Stem-changing (o -> ue / u) verb in Spanish. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "o -> ue in present, o -> u in preterite 3rd person and gerund". Undergoes o -> ue diphthongization in stressed present syllables, and o -> u raising in preterite 3rd person (murió, murieron) and gerund (muriendo). Often used reflexively ('morirse') for natural death or figurative intense feelings ('morirse de risa').
What does "morir" mean in English? ▾
In English, "morir" translates primarily to "to die". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A2 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "morir"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Él morió en 1990" instead of "Él murió en 1990". Why? Preterite 3rd person changes root vowel o -> u: murió, murieron.
What are common idioms or expressions with "morir"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Morirse de risa" which means "To die laughing" (e.g. "Nos morimos de risa con ese comediante.").
How can I practice and memorize "morir" conjugations? ▾
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