acertado

ah-sehr-tah-doh/aserˈtaðo/

“acertado” means “wise” in Spanish (referring to a choice or decision).

wise, correct

Also: spot on, appropriate

Fue una decisión muy acertada cambiar de trabajo.

It was a very wise decision to change jobs.

Tu comentario sobre el problema fue muy acertado.

Your comment about the problem was spot on.

No siempre es fácil dar con la respuesta acertada.

It is not always easy to find the correct answer.

Words that translate to "acertado" in Spanish:

Question 1 of 3

Which of these would you describe as 'una decisión acertada'?

👥 Word Family▼

desacertado(unwise / misplaced) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

From the Spanish verb 'acertar', which originally meant 'to hit the center' or 'to find the point'. It comes from the idea of 'certainty' (cierto).

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: certain

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Is 'acertado' the same as 'correcto'?

Not exactly. 'Correcto' means it follows the rules or is factually right. 'Acertado' suggests that it was a smart or well-timed move.

Can I use 'acertado' for people?

Usually, we use it for things people do or say (like ideas or choices), rather than describing a person's character.

Does it have to do with 'hitting a target'?

Yes! The root verb 'acertar' means to hit the bullseye, so 'acertado' is like saying your words or actions hit the mark.