A friendly child sitting under a large, colorful tree, extending an open hand toward the space next to them, inviting a friend to come and join them in that general area.

acá

/ah-KAH/

AdverbA1

here?general location, often less precise than 'aquí'

Also:over here?indicating a direction or area near the speaker,around here?referring to a general vicinity

📝 In Action

Ven acá, por favor.

Come over here, please.

Deja tus cosas acá en la mesa.

Leave your things here on the table.

Por acá no hay muchos restaurantes.

There aren't many restaurants around here.

Desde acá podemos ver el mar.

From here we can see the sea.

Word Connections

Synonyms

aquí (here (more specific))

Antonyms

allí (there)
allá (over there (further away))

Common Collocations

ven acá – come here
por acá – around here / this way
de acá para allá – from here to there / back and forth
más acá – closer / this way

Idioms & Expressions

de acá en adelante – from now on

💡 Grammar Points

Acá vs. Aquí: The 'Vague Here'

'Acá' usually points to a general area around you, like 'around here'. 'Aquí' is often more specific, like 'right here' on this exact spot. Think of 'acá' as having softer, fuzzier borders.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using 'Acá' in Spain

Mistake: "Using 'acá' frequently when speaking with people from Spain."

Correction: In Spain, 'aquí' is much more common. While they'll understand 'acá', using 'aquí' will make you sound more natural there. In Latin America, 'acá' is often the default.

⭐ Usage Tips

Showing Movement Towards You

'Acá' is perfect for telling someone to move towards you or into your general space. 'Ven acá' (Come over here) is a very common and natural command.

Talking About Time

Sometimes 'acá' can refer to time, not just place. The phrase 'de acá en adelante' means 'from now on', which is a great way to talk about the future starting now.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: acá

Question 1 of 1

You're in Argentina and want to tell a friend to bring their bag to the general area where you're sitting. Which sentence sounds most natural?

📚 More Resources

Words that Rhyme with acá

allá

está

sofá

mamá

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the simplest way to remember the difference between 'acá' and 'aquí'?

Think of 'aquí' as having a 'Q' for 'eXact' location (even though it's spelled with a Q!). It often means 'right here'. 'Acá' is more about the 'Area' around you. If you're pointing to a spot on a map, use 'aquí'. If you're waving someone over to your side of the room, 'acá' is perfect.

If I get them mixed up, will people still understand me?

Absolutely! They are so similar that you will always be understood. Choosing the right one is just a small detail that helps you sound more like a native speaker in different regions.