apreciar
“apreciar” means “to appreciate” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
to appreciate
Also: to be fond of, to value
📝 In Action
Realmente aprecio mucho tu ayuda con la mudanza.
A2I really appreciate your help with the move a lot.
Es un profesor muy apreciado por sus alumnos.
B1He is a teacher who is very well-liked by his students.
to perceive
Also: to notice, to see
📝 In Action
A lo lejos se podía apreciar la silueta de las montañas.
B2In the distance, one could perceive the silhouette of the mountains.
Se aprecia un ligero cambio en los resultados.
B2A slight change can be seen in the results.
to increase in value
Also: to appraise, to assess
📝 In Action
La moneda local se ha apreciado frente al dólar.
C1The local currency has increased in value against the dollar.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Words that translate to "apreciar" in Spanish:
to appraise→to appreciate→to assess→to notice→to perceive→to see→to value→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: apreciar
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'apreciar' to mean 'to notice something with your eyes'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'appretiare,' which comes from 'ad' (to) and 'pretium' (price or value). It literally means 'to put a price on' something.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'apreciar' to say 'Thank you'?
Not directly. You shouldn't say 'Te aprecio por la comida' if you mean 'Thank you for the meal.' Instead, use 'Aprecio mucho que hayas cocinado' (I value that you cooked) or simply 'Gracias por la comida.'
Is 'apreciar' a formal word?
It is slightly more elegant than 'valorar' or 'ver,' but it's used in everyday conversation to show sincere feelings.