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How to Say "I'm proud" in Spanish
Express pride in your accomplishments or in someone else's achievements.
Estoy orgulloso/a
es-TOY or-goo-YOH-soh / ahneutral
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Use this when you've achieved something significant, like graduating or completing a difficult project. It's also perfect for showing pride in a child's or friend's success.
Alternatives
- Me siento orgulloso/aSlightly more formal or emphasizes the feeling more.
- Qué orgulloMore of an exclamation, like 'What pride!'
Ways to get it wrong
Don't use 'ser'
Use 'estar' (estoy) for temporary feelings like pride, not 'ser'.
Gender agreement is key
Remember to change the ending to '-o' if you're male and '-a' if you're female.
A small cultural note
Expressing pride is generally well-received, but avoid sounding boastful. Humility is often valued alongside achievement.
Frequently asked
How do I say 'I'm proud of you' in Spanish?
You would say 'Estoy orgulloso/a de ti'. The 'de ti' means 'of you'.
When do I use 'orgulloso' vs 'orgullosa'?
Use 'orgulloso' if you are male and 'orgullosa' if you are female. The adjective must agree in gender with the person feeling the pride.
Is 'Estoy orgulloso' very strong?
It's a direct and common way to express pride. It's not overly dramatic, but clearly conveys your positive feeling about an achievement.
