What is the Spanish word for "stay"?

Learn how to say "stay" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

stay

Spanish

quedarse

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Alternative translations of "stay"

permanecer
alojarse
mantenerse
detenerse

Examples of how to use "stay" in Spanish

English
How long will you stay in this city?
Spanish
¿Cuánto tiempo te quedarás en esta ciudad?
English
I stay calm during exams.
Spanish
Me mantengo tranquilo durante los exámenes.
English
She stayed at her aunt's house.
Spanish
Ella se quedó en la casa de su tía.
English
They are staying with friends tonight.
Spanish
Esta noche se quedan con unos amigos.
English
He has stayed here before.
Spanish
Él ha estado aquí antes.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "stay" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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