How to Say "correct answer" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “correct answer” is “acierto” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
He tenido cinco aciertos en el examen de conducir.
I had five correct answers on the driving test.
Contratar a esa nueva empleada fue un gran acierto.
Hiring that new employee was a great success.
Sus palabras estuvieron llenas de acierto y prudencia.
His words were full of wisdom and caution.
Masculine Naming Word
Acierto is masculine, so always use 'el' or 'un' with it (e.g., 'el acierto').
Specific vs. General Success
Use 'acierto' for a specific correct action or answer, whereas 'éxito' is used for general fame or broad achievement.
Acierto vs. Éxito
Mistake: “Tuve muchos éxitos en mi examen.”
Correction: Tuve muchos aciertos en mi examen. 'Éxito' sounds like you won an award for the exam; 'acierto' means you got the questions right.
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