Significado
Signaling full agreement.
Contexto cultural
Italians often use a specific gesture with 'd'accordo': a single, firm nod or a 'thumbs up'. In more intense discussions, saying 'd'accordo' while touching the other person's arm signals that the conflict is over and friendship remains. In Italian business, 'essere d'accordo' verbally is very important, but it is often followed by a 'gentleman's agreement' (accordo tra gentiluomini) before a formal contract is signed. Trust is built through these verbal agreements. In the South, 'd'accordo' might be replaced by 'va bene' or 'apposto' (all set) in very casual contexts, but 'd'accordo' remains the most respected way to show you are a person of your word. Young Italians use 'd'accordo' less than 'ok' or 'top' (slang for 'great/agreed') in texts, but they still use 'd'accordo' when speaking to parents or teachers to show respect.
The 'Con' Rule
Always use 'con' when agreeing with a person. 'Sono d'accordo CON te'.
No 'I Accord'
Never say 'Io accordo'. It's a dead giveaway that you're translating literally from English.
Significado
Signaling full agreement.
The 'Con' Rule
Always use 'con' when agreeing with a person. 'Sono d'accordo CON te'.
No 'I Accord'
Never say 'Io accordo'. It's a dead giveaway that you're translating literally from English.
Use the Superlative
Say 'D'accordissimo!' to sound more native and enthusiastic when you really like an idea.
The Handshake
In Italy, saying 'D'accordo' often acts as a verbal contract. If you say it, people expect you to follow through.
Teste-se
Choose the correct way to say 'I agree with you'.
Come si dice 'I agree with you'?
You must use the verb 'essere' (sono) and the full phrase 'd'accordo'.
Fill in the missing verb to complete the sentence: 'We agree on the price.'
Noi ______ d'accordo sul prezzo.
'Siamo' is the first person plural of 'essere'.
Match the response to the situation.
Friend: 'Andiamo al cinema alle 20?'
'D'accordo' is the perfect way to accept a suggestion for a plan.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Penso che l'italiano sia una lingua bellissima. B: ___________ con te!
'Sono d'accordo' is used to share an opinion.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
D'accordo vs Va Bene
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosCome si dice 'I agree with you'?
You must use the verb 'essere' (sono) and the full phrase 'd'accordo'.
Noi ______ d'accordo sul prezzo.
'Siamo' is the first person plural of 'essere'.
Friend: 'Andiamo al cinema alle 20?'
'D'accordo' is the perfect way to accept a suggestion for a plan.
A: Penso che l'italiano sia una lingua bellissima. B: ___________ con te!
'Sono d'accordo' is used to share an opinion.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
12 perguntasYes! It is very common as a one-word answer to mean 'Agreed' or 'Okay'.
It is neutral. You can use it in almost any context, from a bar to a boardroom.
'Ok' is used too, but 'd'accordo' sounds slightly more committed and 'Italian'.
No. 'Accordo' is a noun here, so it stays the same whether a man or woman is speaking.
Just add 'non' before the verb: 'Non sono d'accordo'.
No, always use 'essere'. 'Ho d'accordo' is incorrect.
It means 'to reach an agreement' or 'to settle on something'.
Yes, it's common in emails and texts. In very formal essays, 'concordare' might be used.
No, it must be 'con te'.
In texting, people sometimes just write 'D'acc'.
Sometimes, in the sense of 'I understand and accept this', but 'Ho capito' is better for pure understanding.
No, you agree with people or on topics, not with objects.
Frases relacionadas
Andare d'accordo
similarTo get along with someone
Mettersi d'accordo
builds onTo reach an agreement / to coordinate
D'accordissimo
specialized formTotally in agreement
Non sono d'accordo
contrastI don't agree
Concordare
synonymTo agree / to concur
