A1 Spanish grammar
Spanish ER Verbs: Present-Tense Endings and Examples
Spanish ER verbs follow a regular present-tense pattern. Remove -er from the infinitive to find the stem, then add the ending that matches the subject. This focused lesson complements the broader Spanish present-tense guide.
Form Spanish ER verbs in the present tense
Start with a regular -er infinitive. Keep its stem and change only the ending to show who performs the action.
Yo como fruta.Quick check
Which infinitive belongs to the regular -er family?
Build the stem by removing -er
comer loses -er and leaves com-. The stem stays the same throughout this regular present-tense pattern.
Comemos en casa.Match the ending to the subject
Use -o, -es, -e, -emos, -éis, -en for yo through ustedes. The ending carries subject information, which is why a form such as como can stand without yo.
Ustedes aprenden español.Common mistakes
Yo comer.
Yo como.
After yo, use the present ending -o instead of leaving the verb in the infinitive.
Nosotros comen.
Nosotros comemos.
Nosotros needs the -emos ending with a regular -er verb.
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Regular -er verbs FAQ
What are regular Spanish -er verbs?
They are infinitives ending in -er that keep the same stem and use the standard present-tense endings.
How do I find the stem of comer?
Remove -er. The remaining stem is com-.
What is the yo form of comer?
The yo form is como.
Do all Spanish -er verbs follow this pattern?
No. This lesson covers regular verbs. Stem-changing and irregular verbs can use different present-tense forms.