Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
To Share in Spanish: Compartir
Compartir · verb · kohm-pahr-TEER
The English verb 'to share' translates to 'compartir' in Spanish. It is a regular -ir verb that means to divide something among people, to have something in common, or to distribute content on social media. It is one of the most useful verbs for expressing generosity and connection.
kohm-pahr-TEER
Me gusta compartir mis recetas favoritas con mis vecinos.
I like to share my favorite recipes with my neighbors.
To Share in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for to share, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| compartir | to share | kohm-pahr-TEER | Default, widely understood |
| repartir | to share | distributing or dividing up |
How Native Speakers Use Compartir
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Sharing food
¿Quieres compartir una pizza conmigo esta noche?
Do you want to share a pizza with me tonight?
Casual invitation to split a meal.
Social media
Compartí el enlace del artículo en mis redes sociales.
I shared the article link on my social media.
Digital context of sharing online content.
Sharing feelings
Ella compartió su experiencia personal frente a todo el grupo.
She shared her personal experience in front of the whole group.
Emotional sharing in a public or group setting.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Compartir
Preposition error
Incorrect: Quiero compartir este postre a ti.
Correct: Quiero compartir este postre contigo.
In Spanish, you share something 'con' (with) someone, not 'a' (to). The prepositional pronoun for 'with you' is 'contigo,' not 'a ti.'
Confusing compartir and repartir
Incorrect: Vamos a compartir las cartas del juego.
Correct: Vamos a repartir las cartas del juego.
'Compartir' means to share jointly, while 'repartir' means to distribute or deal out. When dealing cards, 'repartir' is the correct verb because you are distributing them individually.
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Common Questions About To Share in Spanish
- How do you say 'to share' in Spanish?
- The word is 'compartir,' a regular -ir verb that works in all the same contexts as the English 'share'—food, ideas, social media posts, and experiences. Its regularity makes it straightforward to conjugate.
- Is 'compartir' a regular verb?
- 'Compartir' is completely regular in all tenses, following standard -ir verb patterns. There are no stem changes or spelling shifts, making it one of the easiest -ir verbs for beginners to master.
- How do you say 'share with me' in Spanish?
- You would say 'comparte conmigo' using the informal imperative, or 'comparta conmigo' for the formal command. The pronoun 'conmigo' (with me) is a fused form that replaces 'con mí.'