agradezco
“agradezco” means “I thank” in Spanish (Expressing gratitude).
I thank, I am grateful forAlso: I appreciate
📝 In Action
Te agradezco mucho tu ayuda con el proyecto.
A1I thank you very much for your help with the project.
Agradezco la oportunidad de trabajar aquí.
A2I am grateful for the opportunity to work here.
De antemano, agradezco su atención al asunto.
B1In advance, I thank you for your attention to the matter.
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Quick Quiz: agradezco
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses the spelling change required for 'agradecer' in the present tense 'yo' form?
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📚 Etymology
The verb 'agradecer' comes from the Latin word *gratus*, meaning 'pleasing' or 'thankful.' The prefix 'a-' adds the idea of moving towards that state, essentially meaning 'to become thankful' or 'to acknowledge thanks.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'agradecer' change to 'agradezco' only in the 'yo' form?
This spelling change (C to ZC) is necessary to keep the 'c' sounding soft like an 's' sound before the 'o.' If we wrote 'agradeco,' the 'c' would sound hard like a 'k,' which would break the sound pattern of the verb.
Can I use 'agradezco' instead of 'gracias'?
'Gracias' simply means 'thanks.' 'Agradezco' means 'I thank' or 'I am grateful.' While 'gracias' is perfect for quick, informal thanks, 'agradezco' is often used to emphasize your personal involvement or formal gratitude for something specific: 'Le agradezco su tiempo' (I thank you for your time).