Exacto vs Exactamente

Question

I am confused as to when I would use one over the other. I have heard people in different parts of Mexico say "Exacto" in response to something they are agreeing with (we would say "exactly!"). On the other hand, I have also heard "exactamente" in a similar context.

Is there a distinct difference in using these? Examples, please!

Thanks much.

Nice one!! - lagartijaverde, Jul 11, 2010

Answer 1

"Exactamente" = Exactly, Right

"Exacto" = Right, Correct, True

Slightly different meanings, and "exactamente" is an adverb, while "exacto" is an adjective, but they are used interchangeably in the context of agreeing with someone.

Exactamente. - Gekkosan, Nov 10, 2011

Answer 2

I use them interchangeably.

Let's wait and see what others have to say.

I also use them interchangeably. - Delores--Lindsey, Jul 11, 2010

Exacto. - Gekkosan, Nov 10, 2011

Answer 3

...then I guess it's a simple matter of seeing it as:

Exactamente = Exactly

Exacto = Exact

...and using them the way we would differentiate between them in English as well.