Spanish · Common Verbs
Ir
To go
Beginnerverb
Definition
To move from one place to another.
Example
Voy al mercado ahora.
I am going to the market now.
Etymology
'Ir' derives from the Latin 'ire,' meaning 'to go,' which has maintained its original meaning throughout the evolution into modern Spanish.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ir' is widely used across all registers, informal and formal, and is fundamental to everyday conversation as well as written instructions or directions.
Literary Heritage
It features prominently in literature and folk songs, often symbolizing journeys or changes in life.