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"I understand" is a form of "I understand", a phrase which is often translated as "entiendo". "Oh, okay" is an interjection which is often translated as "vaya, de acuerdo". Learn more about the difference between "I understand" and "oh, okay" below.
I understand(
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stahnd
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
oh, okay(
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)An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
a. vaya, de acuerdo
It's the same time in Guadalajara, Mexico as it is in Dallas, Texas. - Oh, okay.Es la misma hora en Guadalajara, México como lo es en Dallas, Texas. - Vaya, de acuerdo.
c. ah, okey (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
I know you wanted to go with Federico, but he already left, so you're going with me. - Oh, okay.Sé que querías ir con Federico, pero ya se fue, así que vas conmigo. - Ah, okey.
e. ah, dale (Argentina)
Regionalism used in Argentina
We'll see each other tomorrow night then. - Oh, okay.Entonces nos vemos mañana a la noche. - Ah, dale.
