agradecerte
“agradecerte” means “to thank you” in Spanish (informal singular).
to thank you, to be grateful to youAlso: to show you appreciation
📝 In Action
Quiero agradecerte por toda tu ayuda.
A2I want to thank you for all your help.
Es importante agradecerte el esfuerzo que hiciste.
B1It is important to be grateful to you for the effort you made.
Voy a escribir una nota para agradecerte el regalo.
A2I'm going to write a note to thank you for the gift.
Word Connections
Indicative
Preterite
Present
Imperfect
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: agradecerte
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'agradecerte' in a structure that requires the pronoun to be attached?
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📚 Etymology
The base verb 'agradecer' comes from the Latin 'gratus' (pleasing, thankful). The prefix 'a-' and the suffix '-ecer' together mean 'to become' or 'to cause to be,' essentially meaning 'to become grateful' or 'to show gratitude.'
First recorded: 13th century (base verb)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use 'agradecerte' instead of 'agradecerle'?
'Agradecerte' uses the informal 'tú' form, so you use it when thanking friends, family, children, or peers. You use 'agradecerle' (using 'le' for 'usted') when thanking people you address formally, like a boss, a professor, or a stranger.
Can I use 'agradecerte' by itself?
Not usually. Since it's an infinitive, it usually needs another verb to support it, such as 'Quiero agradecerte' (I want to thank you) or 'Debo agradecerte' (I must thank you).