Acepta (en. Accept)

/aˈθepta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To take something or an idea as valid or effective.
She accepts the proposal that was made to her.
Ella acepta la propuesta que le hicieron.
To receive someone in one's house or in a place.
She always accepts her friends at home.
Siempre acepta a sus amigos en casa.
To agree to something, to give one's consent.
The director accepts the terms of the contract.
El director acepta las condiciones del contrato.

Etymology

From Latin 'acceptare', which means 'to receive' or 'to take'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to accept a challenge
To be willing to face a challenge.
aceptar un reto
to accept the terms
To agree to the proposed rules.
aceptar las condiciones
to accept the advice
To take into account someone's recommendation.
aceptar el consejo

Related Words

acceptance
Action of accepting something.
aceptación
acceptable
That can be accepted.
aceptable
accepting
That accepts.
aceptante

Slang Meanings

To accept without questioning.
She accepts everything they tell her, she doesn't complicate things.
Ella acepta todo lo que le dicen, no se complica.
To let it go, not to make a fuss.
He simply accepts things as they come.
Él simplemente acepta las cosas como vienen.