Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
Add in Spanish: Agregar
Agregar · verb · ah-greh-GAR
The English verb 'add' translates to agregar or añadir in Spanish. Both are widely used, with agregar being more common in Latin America and añadir preferred in Spain. For mathematical addition, the verb sumar is used.
Pronounce agregar as ah-greh-GAR, stressing the last syllable.
Agrega un poco de sal a la sopa.
Add a little salt to the soup.
Add in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for add, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| agregar | add | ah-greh-GAR | Default, widely understood |
| añadir | add | widely used, especially in Spain | |
| sumar | add | mathematical addition |
How Native Speakers Use Agregar
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Cooking instruction
Añade dos cucharadas de aceite de oliva a la sartén.
Add two tablespoons of olive oil to the pan.
Following a recipe.
Digital context
¿Puedes agregarme en las redes sociales?
Can you add me on social media?
Requesting a social media connection.
Math class
Si sumas tres más cuatro, obtienes siete.
If you add three plus four, you get seven.
Teaching basic arithmetic.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Agregar
Using addir
Incorrect: Necesito addir más información al documento.
Correct: Necesito agregar más información al documento.
There is no Spanish verb 'addir.' Use agregar or añadir instead.
Confusing sumar with agregar
Incorrect: Suma más sal a la comida.
Correct: Agrega más sal a la comida.
Sumar is specifically for mathematical addition. For adding ingredients or items, use agregar or añadir.
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Common Questions About Add in Spanish
- How do you say 'add' in Spanish?
- The two main translations are agregar (more common in Latin America) and añadir (preferred in Spain), both meaning to include or incorporate something.
- What is the difference between agregar and añadir?
- Agregar and añadir are essentially synonymous and can be used interchangeably, though agregar is heard more frequently in Latin America while añadir is favored in Spain.
- How do you say 'add' in math in Spanish?
- For mathematical addition, use the verb sumar: suma dos más tres (add two plus three), and the noun is suma (sum) or adición (addition).