Se me antojó

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🧠 What it means

This is just the past tense version of se me antoja. 👉Se me antojó… = I felt like… / I was craving… BUT it can also be used in the present moment. You see, Mexicans often get an urge and say things like: Se me antojó ir por tacos. I feel like going for tacos. ⚠️ Remember: We’re not talking full-blown, kill-for-this cravings. Mexican antojos are soft, gentle, fleeting little urges. 💘

🌪️ When to whip it out

When you suddenly get the urge for something:

Se me antojó un chocolate.
I feel like eating some chocolate.

When you’re recounting a past craving or urge:

Se me antojó salir a caminar.
I felt like going for a walk.

⚠️ Tone

✅ Casual and common.

✅ Great for telling stories or explaining why you did something.

🔁 Similar chunks

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