English–Spanish

“according to” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/seˈɣun/

Example

Según los vecinos, la calle está cerrada.

According to the neighbors, the street is closed.

Illustration for según (according to)

How to say “according to” in Spanish

“According to” in Spanish is según.

A citation naming who provided a claim.

Full entry for según: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with según

Según tengo entendido, la fiesta empieza a las ocho.

As far as I know, the party starts at eight.

Tips for using según

  • Unlike de acuerdo con, which expresses agreement, según points to the source of information and therefore commonly introduces what someone said rather than agreement.

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