Spanish Phrase
A veces me salto el desayuno.
Meaning
This phrase describes a personal habit or frequency regarding morning meals. It uses the reflexive verb 'saltarse' which literally means 'to jump oneself' but is the standard way to say 'to skip' an event, meal, or obligation.
When to use
Use this phrase when discussing your daily routine, eating habits, or explaining why you are not hungry in the morning. It is common in casual conversations about health and lifestyle.
✦Grammar Breakdown
A vecesme saltoel desayuno
A veces
This is a fixed adverbial phrase meaning 'sometimes' that indicates frequency.
Saltarse
The reflexive pronoun 'me' is essential here to change the meaning from 'to jump' to 'to skip'.
Definite Article
Spanish requires 'el' before 'desayuno' when it functions as the direct object of the verb.
🗨In Conversation
¿Quieres ir a desayunar con nosotros?
Do you want to go have breakfast with us?
No, gracias. A veces me salto el desayuno.
No, thanks. Sometimes I skip breakfast.
✕Common Mistakes
A veces salto el desayuno.
The verb must be reflexive ('me salto') when it means skipping a meal or routine.
A veces me salto desayuno.
In Spanish, you must include the definite article 'el' before the noun for the meal.
↔Alternatives
No siempre desayuno.
I don't always eat breakfast.
Suelo saltarme el desayuno.
I tend to skip breakfast.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, breakfast is a light meal, often just coffee and toast. Because of this, skipping it is not uncommon, especially since many people have a second, small 'almuerzo' or snack around 11:00 AM before the main afternoon meal.