How to Say ‘I understand, but...’ in Spain Spanish
Entiendo, pero...
en-tee-EN-doh PEH-roh
[en-tee-EN-doh PEH-roh]
🇪🇸 In Spain: This is a useful disagreement softener in Spain: first show you heard them, then state your objection. It usually sounds more cooperative than jumping straight to [no].
Phrase Breakdown
Entiendo
[en-tee-EN-doh]
I understand
Used to show polite acknowledgment before expressing a different view.
Entiendo lo que me dice, pero prefiero la ruta corta.
I understand what you're telling me, but I prefer the short route.
Pero...
PEH-roh
but...
Used to introduce a disagreement or another point.
Entiendo, pero no puedo.
I understand, but I can’t.
Words in this phrase
pero
[PEH-roh]
but
Introduces a contrast or objection, often in a calm and respectful way.
Entiendo, pero no quiero pagar más.
I understand, but I don't want to pay more.
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