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"According to" is a preposition which is often translated as "según", and "as per" is a phrase which is also often translated as "según". Learn more about the difference between "according to" and "as per" below.
according to(
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A preposition is a word that indicates the relationship between a noun and another word (e.g., He ran through the door.).
preposition
a. según
According to the doctor, you have to rest.Según el médico, tienes que descansar.
b. conforme a
All the food has been prepared according to the dietary restrictions of the group.Toda la comida se ha preparado conforme a las restricciones alimenticias del grupo.
c. de acuerdo con
We don't have another day off until May, according to the calendar.No volvemos a tener otro día libre hasta mayo, de acuerdo con el calendario.
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as per(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
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A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
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a. según
As per your instructions, the parcel will be delivered at 10 pm.Según sus instrucciones, el paquete se entregará a las 10 pm.
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