المعنى
To share the same opinion or viewpoint as another person.
خلفية ثقافية
In Spain, directness is common, but 'estar de acuerdo' is still used to soften disagreements. People might say 'Sí, de acuerdo, pero...' to acknowledge the other person before presenting a different view. Mexicans often use 'estar de acuerdo' to maintain 'armonía'. It's common to hear 'Totalmente de acuerdo' as a way to show enthusiasm and friendship. In Argentina, especially in Buenos Aires, debates can be very passionate. 'Estar de acuerdo' is used as a formal anchor in discussions that might otherwise become very informal or heated. Colombian Spanish is known for being very polite. You will often hear 'Estoy de acuerdo con su merced' (in some regions) or very formal conjugations to show respect while agreeing.
Use 'Totalmente'
If you want to sound like a native, add 'totalmente' before 'de acuerdo'. It shows you are engaged in the conversation.
Avoid 'Yo acuerdo'
This is the #1 mistake for English speakers. Always remember the 'estar'.
المعنى
To share the same opinion or viewpoint as another person.
Use 'Totalmente'
If you want to sound like a native, add 'totalmente' before 'de acuerdo'. It shows you are engaged in the conversation.
Avoid 'Yo acuerdo'
This is the #1 mistake for English speakers. Always remember the 'estar'.
The 'Yes, but' strategy
In Spanish, it's polite to say 'Estoy de acuerdo' even if you only agree with 1% of what they said, before you pivot to your own point.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'estar'.
Nosotros ______ de acuerdo con la decisión del jefe.
'Nosotros' requires the first-person plural form 'estamos'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct option:
It uses 'estar', the masculine noun 'acuerdo', and the correct preposition 'con'.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
Juan: 'Creo que deberíamos estudiar más para el examen.' Maria: '___________'
'Estoy de acuerdo contigo' is the standard way to agree with a person's suggestion.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are in a formal meeting and want to support a proposal.
'Plenamente de acuerdo' adds a formal and professional tone suitable for a meeting.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينNosotros ______ de acuerdo con la decisión del jefe.
'Nosotros' requires the first-person plural form 'estamos'.
Choose the correct option:
It uses 'estar', the masculine noun 'acuerdo', and the correct preposition 'con'.
Juan: 'Creo que deberíamos estudiar más para el examen.' Maria: '___________'
'Estoy de acuerdo contigo' is the standard way to agree with a person's suggestion.
You are in a formal meeting and want to support a proposal.
'Plenamente de acuerdo' adds a formal and professional tone suitable for a meeting.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
5 أسئلةNo, you must use 'contigo' or 'con usted'. The preposition is always 'con'.
Yes, even if a woman is speaking, she says 'Estoy de acuerdo'.
'Estar de acuerdo' is to have an opinion. 'Acordar' is to formally decide something (like a treaty).
Use 'Estoy muy de acuerdo' or 'Estoy totalmente de acuerdo'.
Yes, it is perfectly appropriate for professional emails.
عبارات ذات صلة
llegar a un acuerdo
builds onTo reach an agreement
ponerse de acuerdo
similarTo come to an agreement
en desacuerdo
contrastIn disagreement
concordar con
synonymTo concur with
