Spanish - English (British) translations for "acerca"
"acerca" Spanish translation
Definition
"acerca" is a Spanish preposition that means "about" or "concerning" in English.
Part of speech
preposition
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: about
Hablaremos acerca del proyecto en la reunión.
We will talk about the project in the meeting.
Meaning: concerning
Tengo algunas preguntas acerca de tu propuesta.
I have some questions concerning your proposal.
Meaning: regarding
Necesito más información acerca de los requisitos del trabajo.
I need more information regarding the job requirements.
Meaning: around
La fiesta girará acerca de la temática de los años 80.
The party will revolve around the theme of the 80s.
Meaning: nearby
Hay un restaurante acerca de aquí donde podemos comer.
There is a restaurant nearby where we can eat.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Quiero saber más acerca de ti.
A1: I want to know more about you.
A1: Vamos a hablar acerca del proyecto.
A1: Let's talk about the project.
A1: No sé nada acerca de ese tema.
A1: I don't know anything about that topic.
B1: Me gustaría leer un libro acerca de la historia antigua.
B1: I would like to read a book about ancient history.
B1: El profesor nos habló acerca de las nuevas técnicas de estudio.
B1: The teacher talked to us about the new study techniques.
B2: Necesito investigar más acerca de este fenómeno antes de sacar conclusiones.
B2: I need to research more about this phenomenon before drawing conclusions.
C1: El científico presentó un estudio detallado acerca de los efectos del cambio climático.
C1: The scientist presented a detailed study on the effects of climate change.
C1: La conferencia tratará acerca de las últimas tendencias en inteligencia artificial.
C1: The conference will be about the latest trends in artificial intelligence.
C2: El escritor escribió un libro acerca de su experiencia en la guerra.
C2: The writer wrote a book about his experience in the war.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.The preposition "acerca" is commonly used in Spanish to indicate the subject or topic of a conversation, discussion, or written text. It is often followed by the word "de" (meaning "of") and is used to introduce the specific information or details that are being discussed. For example, if someone says "Hablamos acerca del proyecto" (We talk about the project), it means that they are discussing or providing information about the project.
In addition to introducing the subject or topic, "acerca" can also be used to express proximity or closeness. When used in this context, it is often followed by the word "a" (meaning "to") and indicates that something or someone is physically close to another object or person. For instance, if someone says "El libro está acerca de la mesa" (The book is near the table), it means that the book is in close proximity to the table.
It's important to note that while "acerca" is similar to the English preposition "about", it may not always have an exact one-to-one translation. Its usage and meaning can vary depending on the context, so it's essential to consider the surrounding words and phrases when interpreting its intended meaning.