acompaña
“acompaña” means “he/she accompanies” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
he/she accompanies, you (formal) accompany
Also: goes with
📝 In Action
Ella acompaña a su hermano al médico.
A1She is going with her brother to the doctor.
Usted nos acompaña hoy, ¿verdad?
A1You are coming with us today, right?
it goes well with, it is served with
📝 In Action
El vino tinto acompaña muy bien a la carne.
A2Red wine goes very well with meat.
Este plato se acompaña con arroz.
A2This dish is served with rice.
accompany me!, come with!
📝 In Action
¡Acompaña a tu abuela a la tienda!
A1Go with your grandmother to the store!
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: acompaña
Question 1 of 2
How would you say 'He goes with his friend'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the old idea of sharing bread. It comes from 'a-' (to) and 'compañero' (someone you eat bread with).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'acompaña' only for people?
No! You can use it for food (side dishes), music (instruments playing along), or even feelings (sadness accompanying someone).
Is it 'acompaña con' or 'acompaña a'?
Use 'a' for people (acompaña a María) and usually 'con' when talking about food items serving as a side (acompaña con papas).