Meaning
To have an incorrect opinion or argument.
Cultural Background
In Spain, people are often very direct in debates. 'No tienes razón' is common even among friends. In many Latin American countries, people prefer to soften the phrase with 'me parece que' to avoid sounding rude.
Softening
Always add 'lo siento' or 'me parece que' to avoid sounding aggressive.
Meaning
To have an incorrect opinion or argument.
Softening
Always add 'lo siento' or 'me parece que' to avoid sounding aggressive.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Tú ________ razón en este asunto.
The subject is 'tú', so the verb must be 'tienes'.
Which is correct?
How do you say 'You are wrong'?
The phrase for being wrong is 'no tener razón'.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesTú ________ razón en este asunto.
The subject is 'tú', so the verb must be 'tienes'.
How do you say 'You are wrong'?
The phrase for being wrong is 'no tener razón'.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but be polite. Use 'Me parece que no tiene razón' instead of just 'No tiene razón'.
Related Phrases
Tener razón
contrastTo be right
Estar equivocado
synonymTo be mistaken
