Using 'Con'

Since 'acompaño' means 'I go with,' the person you are accompanying acts as the direct object. You do not need the preposition 'con' (with) afterward. For example: 'Yo acompaño a María' (I accompany María), not 'Yo acompaño con María'.

Direct Object

Using 'acompaño' is polite and common. If someone says 'Gracias por acompañarme,' they are thanking you for your time and presence.

Formal vs. Informal

Extremely common. Used daily to talk about going somewhere with someone.

When talking about pairing or complementing, you MUST use the preposition 'con' (with) to introduce the element that is being added. Example: 'Acompaño el plato con arroz' (I accompany the dish with rice).

Using 'Con' in this Context

Common when discussing music, food, or presentation design.

When used figuratively, 'acompaño' emphasizes shared experience or solidarity, often translated as 'I stand with' or 'I offer my support to'.

Emotional Use

Very common in formal speeches or when expressing solidarity and support.

'Acompaño' is the 'yo' form of the verb 'acompañar,' meaning 'I accompany' (physical escort), 'I complement' (food/music pairing), or 'I support' (emotional backing). Learn its regular conjugation and key usage tips.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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