Aquí, allí, and ahí are Spanish adverbs of place that mean here and there in English. They are used to indicate the location of something relative to the speaker and sometimes the listener.
Aquí
- Means here (the place where the speaker is).
- Used to refer to a location very close to the speaker.
- Example: Estoy aquí = I am here.
Allí
- Means there (a place farther away from both the speaker and the listener).
- Used to indicate a location that is more distant.
- Example: Vivo allí = I live there.
Ahí
- Also means there, but refers to a place that is neither very close nor very far—somewhere in between.
- Often used for a location near the listener or a place already known in the context.
- Example: Ponlo ahí = Put it there.
Summary
| Example Spanish | ||
|---|---|---|
| Estoy aquí. | ||
| English Translation | ||
| Word | Meaning | Distance |
| Aquí | Here | Very close to speaker |
Usage Tips
- Use aquí for places where you are.
- Use allí for places far away and not immediately relevant.
- Use ahí for places that are somewhat near or contextually pointed out.
- These words can also be used in combination with demonstrative pronouns: este/aquí, ese/ahí, aquel/allí.
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Last updated: Thu Jul 17, 2025