Spanish Phrase
Siempre compara precios.
Meaning
A piece of practical advice that tells someone to always check and compare prices before making a purchase, helping them get the best deal and avoid overspending.
When to use
Use this sentence when you’re giving shopping or budgeting advice, whether in a casual conversation with friends, in a consumer‑rights workshop, or as a reminder on a shopping list.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Siemprecomparaprecios
Adverb of frequency
Siempre means 'always' and is placed before the verb to modify it.
Imperative mood
Compara is the informal (tú) affirmative imperative of comparar, used for giving a direct command.
Plural noun
Precios is the plural form of precio, meaning 'prices'.
🗨In Conversation
¿Te vas a comprar el nuevo móvil?
Are you going to buy the new phone?
Sí, pero siempre compara precios antes de decidir.
Yes, but always compare prices before deciding.
✕Common Mistakes
Siempre comparar precios.
Missing the imperative form; you need the command 'compara' not the infinitive.
Compara siempre precios.
Word order is understandable but less natural; the adverb usually comes before the verb.
Compare precios.
‘Compare’ is the formal usted imperative; using it with a friend sounds overly formal.
↔Alternatives
Compara siempre los precios.
Always compare the prices.
No olvides comparar precios.
Don’t forget to compare prices.
Asegúrate de comparar precios.
Make sure you compare prices.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking countries price comparison is a daily habit, especially in markets, supermarkets, and online stores. The informal imperative (compara) is perfect with friends or family; in a formal setting or with a stranger you’d use the usted form: «Compare siempre precios». Also, adding the article (los) – «compara siempre los precios» – sounds a bit more specific, while the version without the article is a quick, punchy reminder.