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afirmar means to affirm / to state — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 3, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

afirmar

verb • /[ah-feer-MAR]/

to affirm / to state

Example:

Muchos expertos afirman que los datos son concluyentes.

Many experts affirm that the data is conclusive.

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🧠 What does afirmar mean?

Afirmar means to state something firmly and confidently, often based on evidence or conviction. It implies a stronger assertion than simply saying something. Think of it as declaring something to be true.

📚 Extra examples

  • El testigo afirmó haber visto al sospechoso.
    The witness affirmed having seen the suspect.
  • Ella afirmó que la Tierra es redonda.
    She affirmed that the Earth is round.
  • Afirmo que soy inocente.
    I affirm that I am innocent.
  • Los científicos afirmaron que el cambio climático es real.
    The scientists affirmed that climate change is real.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to affirm / to state' in Spanish?
The most common ways to say 'to affirm' or 'to state' in Spanish are 'afirmar,' 'declarar,' and 'asegurar.'
How do you pronounce 'afirmar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced a-feer-MAHR, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'afirmar' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'Él afirmó su inocencia' (He affirmed his innocence). 'Los expertos afirman que la economía mejorará' (The experts affirm that the economy will improve).
What is the English translation of 'afirmar'?
The English translation of 'afirmar' is 'to affirm' or 'to state'.
Does 'afirmar' change for gender or number?
Yes, like all Spanish verbs, 'afirmar' conjugates according to the subject. For example, 'yo afirmo' (I affirm), 'él afirma' (he affirms), 'nosotros afirmamos' (we affirm).
Is 'afirmar' common in everyday Spanish?
While understood by everyone, 'afirmar' is more common in formal settings like academic discussions, legal contexts, or news reports. In casual conversation, simpler verbs like 'decir' (to say) are more frequent.
Does 'afirmar' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'afirmar' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. Its meaning is pretty straightforward.
Is 'afirmar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'afirmar' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'afirmar' in Spanish?
Here's the present tense conjugation: Yo afirmo Tú afirmas Él/Ella/Usted afirma Nosotros/Nosotras afirmamos Vosotros/Vosotras afirmáis Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes afirman

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "afirmar"

Synonyms: declarar, asegurar, sostener, mantener
Opposites: negar, desmentir, refutar

💡 Did You Know?

While 'afirmar' is often used in serious contexts, you can also use it to playfully emphasize a point. For instance, you could say 'Afirmo que esta paella es la mejor del mundo!' (I affirm that this paella is the best in the world!), adding a touch of humor to your statement.

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