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agradables

ah-grah-dah-blehs/aɣɾaˈðaβles/

agradables means pleasant in Spanish (referring to things or situations).

pleasant, nice

Also: agreeable, enjoyable
Adjectivem or fA1
A cozy scene featuring a warm cup of tea and a soft blanket on a comfortable chair near a sunlit window.

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Mis nuevos compañeros de trabajo son muy agradables.

A1

My new coworkers are very nice.

Pasamos unas tardes agradables en la playa.

A2

We spent some pleasant afternoons at the beach.

Buscamos soluciones que sean agradables para todos.

B1

We are looking for solutions that are agreeable to everyone.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • simpáticos (nice/friendly (for people))
  • placenteros (pleasurable/pleasant)
  • amables (kind)

Antonyms

  • desagradables (unpleasant/rude)
  • antipáticos (unfriendly/mean)
  • molestos (annoying)

Common Collocations

  • personas agradablesnice people
  • momentos agradablespleasant moments
  • olores agradablespleasant smells

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: agradables

Question 1 of 2

Which of these is the correct way to say 'The neighbors are nice'?

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📚 Etymology

From the Spanish verb 'agradar' (to please), which comes from the Latin roots 'ad' (to) and 'gratus' (pleasing or thankful). It's related to the English word 'agreeable'.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: agréablesItalian: gradevoli

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'simpáticos' and 'agradables'?

They are very similar! 'Simpáticos' is usually used for people who are friendly or charming. 'Agradables' is more general and can describe people, smells, weather, or experiences that are 'pleasant' or 'nice'.

Does 'agradables' change for masculine or feminine?

No. Unlike words like 'bonito/bonita', 'agradables' stays exactly the same regardless of whether the group is masculine or feminine.