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How to Say "accord" in Spanish

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acuerdo

ah-KWEHR-dohaˈkweɾ.ðo

nounA2formal
Use 'acuerdo' for a formal agreement, especially between parties, organizations, or nations, often implying a signed document or official decision.
Two people shaking hands over a desk with a signed paper, symbolizing a friendly deal or agreement.

Examples

Finalmente, llegaron a un acuerdo.

Finally, they reached an agreement.

Estoy de acuerdo contigo.

I agree with you.

El acuerdo de paz fue firmado ayer.

The peace accord was signed yesterday.

The Super-Phrase: 'De acuerdo'

Think of 'de acuerdo' as a single block that means 'okay' or 'in agreement'. You use it with the verb 'estar', not 'ser'. For example, 'Estamos de acuerdo' (We agree).

'un acuerdo' vs. 'de acuerdo'

Mistake: “Using them interchangeably. For example, saying 'Soy un acuerdo' to mean 'I agree'.”

Correction: Use 'un acuerdo' when talking about the agreement itself (a thing): 'Tenemos un acuerdo' (We have a deal). Use 'de acuerdo' to say you agree: 'Estoy de acuerdo' (I agree).

entendimiento

en-ten-dee-MYEN-tohenten'dimjento

nounB1formal or diplomatic
Use 'entendimiento' for a mutual understanding or a diplomatic harmony reached after discussion, emphasizing shared comprehension or a less formal agreement than 'acuerdo'.
Two people smiling and shaking hands across a small table with two cups of tea.

Examples

Después de hablar por horas, finalmente llegaron a un entendimiento.

After talking for hours, they finally reached an agreement.

Hay una falta de entendimiento entre el jefe y los empleados.

There is a lack of understanding between the boss and the employees.

Buscamos un entendimiento mutuo para evitar más peleas.

We are looking for a mutual understanding to avoid more fights.

Always Masculine

Even though it refers to a concept, this word is always masculine. You must use 'el' or 'un' with it.

Pairing with Verbs

It is almost always used with the verb 'llegar' (to arrive/reach) when you want to say you've agreed on something.

The 'La' Trap

Mistake: “La entendimiento es importante.”

Correction: El entendimiento es importante. All words ending in '-miento' are masculine.

armonía

nounA2formal
Use 'armonía' when referring to a state of peaceful coexistence, unity, or agreement in relationships, whether personal, social, or between groups.

Examples

Queremos vivir en armonía con nuestros vecinos.

We want to live in harmony with our neighbors.

Agreement vs. Harmony

Learners often confuse 'acuerdo' and 'armonía'. Remember that 'acuerdo' is for concrete agreements or decisions, like a treaty or a deal, while 'armonía' describes a state of peaceful coexistence or unity, like living peacefully with neighbors.

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