lo aprecio
/lo apɾeθjo/from spelling rules
In Spanish, 'I appreciate' can be expressed in several ways depending on the context. The default form is lo aprecio.
This phrase is used to express gratitude or to show that one values someone or something. You can intensify your expression by adding mucho to the end, as in lo aprecio mucho (I appreciate it a lot). Other ways to express similar sentiments include Quiero expresar mi agradecimiento (I want to express my gratitude) and Estoy muy agradecido/a (I am very grateful).
Which one should you use?
While lo aprecio focuses on the value of the object/action, lo agradezco is more commonly used specifically to express gratitude for a favor or gesture.
How does it change in a sentence?
If the thing being appreciated is a feminine noun, you must change the direct object pronoun from lo to la.
How do you pronounce it?
/lo apɾeθjo/
Did you know?
- The word aprecio shares a common ancestor with the English word 'price', as both languages trace the concept back to determining the value or cost of something.
- If you use lo aprecio to talk about a person, you are not just saying 'I appreciate him', you might accidentally be saying 'I value/prize him' in a way that sounds quite heavy or romantic.
- The word aprecio is also used as a noun meaning 'affection' or 'esteem'. When someone says le tengo mucho aprecio, they are not thanking you but stating they have a deep fondness for you.
Examples in context
- Lo aprecio.I appreciate it.This example shows how to use lo aprecio to say 'I appreciate it'.Tatoeba #9812653 by ecorralest101, translation #1841710 by CK
- Agradezco su ayuda tan valiosa.I appreciate your invaluable help.
- Le agradezco su compromiso y dedicación.I am grateful for your commitment and dedication.
- Quiero expresar mi agradecimiento por su generosidad.I want to express my gratitude for your generosity.
- Quiero expresar mi agradecimiento por su tiempo y paciencia.I want to express my gratitude for your time and patience.
- Estoy muy agradecida por su amabilidad.I am very grateful for your kindness.
- Estoy muy agradecido por su apoyo constante.I am very grateful for your constant support.
- Te agradezco mucho tu ayuda.I appreciate your help a lot.
- Te agradezco por siempre estar ahí para mí.I appreciate you always being there for me.
- Gracias por escucharme cuando más lo necesitaba.Thanks for listening to me when I needed it the most.
- Gracias por estar siempre ahí para apoyarme.Thanks for always being there to support me.
- Mil gracias por tu regalo tan especial.A thousand thanks for your very special gift.
- Mil gracias por tu ayuda incondicional.A thousand thanks for your unconditional help.
- Muchísimas gracias, lo aprecio mucho.Thank you so much, I appreciate it a lot.
- Tu ayuda es valiosa y lo aprecio.Your help is valuable and I appreciate it.
Example conversation
Daniel helps Lucía carry some heavy boxes into her house.
- Lucía¿Puedes ayudarme con estas cajas, Daniel?Can you help me with these boxes, Daniel?
- DanielClaro que sí, Lucía.Of course, Lucía.
- LucíaMuchas gracias, lo aprecio de verdad.Thank you very much, I really appreciate it.
- DanielNo hay de qué.You're welcome.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries aprecio, lo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
