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How to Say "coincides" in Spanish

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coincide

koyn-SEE-deh/ko.inˈsi.ðe/

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Use 'coincide' when two or more events, dates, or situations happen at the same time or align chronologically.
A storybook illustration showing a runner crossing a finish line simultaneously with a colorful firework exploding directly above them in the night sky.

Examples

Mi visita coincide con tus vacaciones.

My visit coincides with your vacation.

Mi cumpleaños siempre coincide con el festival de verano.

My birthday always coincides with the summer festival.

El punto rojo coincide exactamente con la marca azul.

The red dot matches up exactly with the blue mark.

Verb Form Explained

"Coincide" is the 'he/she/it' form of the verb 'coincidir' in the present tense, used to talk about actions happening now or facts that are generally true.

corresponde

koh-rres-POHN-deh/ko.resˈpon.de/

VerbB1General
Use 'corresponde' when one thing is the equivalent, match, or counterpart of another, often in terms of identity or function.
A red square puzzle piece perfectly inserted into a corresponding red square outline on a blue surface.

Examples

Esta factura corresponde al pedido número 123.

This invoice corresponds to order number 123.

El número de cuenta corresponde al nombre del cliente.

The account number corresponds to the client's name.

Su versión de los hechos no corresponde con la realidad.

His version of the events does not match reality.

Verb Form

This is the 'él/ella/usted' form in the present tense. It is used when the subject is singular (he, she, it, or the formal 'you').

Timing vs. Matching

Learners often confuse 'coincide' and 'corresponde' by using 'coincide' when they mean 'matches' or 'is equivalent to'. Remember, 'coincide' is about simultaneous occurrence, while 'corresponde' is about being the correct match or counterpart.

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