me alegro de oírlo
/me aleɡɾo de oiɾlo/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'good to hear' can be expressed in Spanish as me alegro de oírlo.
This phrase is used to express pleasure or relief after receiving positive news.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase me alegro de oírlo literally translates to 'I rejoice at hearing it'.
Which one should you use?
While me alegro de oírlo specifically mentions hearing the news, me alegro is a common, shorter way to say 'I'm glad' in response to any good news. In casual conversation, people often use qué bueno instead of the more complete me alegro de oírlo.
How do you pronounce it?
/me aleɡɾo de oiɾlo/
Did you know?
- In some contexts, me alegro can be used sarcastically to mean 'I told you so' or 'serves you right', depending on the tone of voice and the situation.
- The word alegro comes from the root alegre, which is used in Spanish to describe not just a feeling of happiness, but also a bright and vivid color.
- In many Latin American countries, rather than using a verb for 'hearing', people often say me alegra la noticia, which translates to 'the news gladdens me'.
Examples in context
- Me alegro de oírlo, es una excelente noticia.I am glad to hear it, it is excellent news.
- Me alegro de oírlo, espero que todo mejore.I am glad to hear it, I hope everything improves.
- Me alegro de oírlo, te lo mereces.I am glad to hear it, you deserve it.
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are talking on the phone about a job interview.
- Elena¿Cómo te fue en la entrevista de trabajo?How did your job interview go?
- Mateo¡Me dieron el puesto!They gave me the position!
- Elena¡Me alegro de oírlo, Mateo!I am glad to hear it, Mateo!
- MateoGracias, Elena, estoy muy feliz.Thank you, Elena, I am very happy.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
