exacto
/eɡˈsaɡto/
The Spanish phrase exactamundo is a playful or emphatic way to say that something is exactly correct.
This phrase is used to express that something is precisely right, typically adding a sense of exaggerated enthusiasm or humor to the confirmation.
Which one should you use?
Use exacto for a neutral and standard confirmation. In contrast, use exactamundo when you want to add a sense of humor or extra emphasis to your agreement.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
While exacto is the standard term, exactamundo is much more informal and playful.
How do you pronounce it?
/eɡˈsaɡto/
Did you know?
- Because it is an invented word, exactamundo allows the speaker to subtly mock someone who is being overly precise or pedantic.
- This style of playful word-building is a common linguistic habit in Spanish, where speakers append nonsense or grand suffixes to make standard adjectives feel more vivid.
- The root word exacto comes from the Latin exāctus, meaning 'driven out' or 'completed'.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry exacto, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries exacto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
