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"Agradable" is an adjective which is often translated as "nice", and "amable" is an adjective which is often translated as "kind". Learn more about the difference between "agradable" and "amable" below.
agradable()
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. nice
Tuvimos una conversación muy agradable durante la cena.We had a nice conversation over dinner.
b. pleasant
Nuestros vecinos son muy agradables.Our neighbors are very pleasant.
c. agreeable
Mi jefe es un tipo agradable.My boss is an agreeable guy.
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amable()
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. kind
Mi vecino es muy amable.My neighbor is very kind.
b. nice
Hay que ser amable con los recién llegados.You have to be nice to newcomers.
c. amiable
Los nuevos vecinos son muy amables.The new neighbors are quite amiable.
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