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Spanish Phrase

¿Todo correcto?

/ˈto.ðo koˈrek.to/
Meaning"All good?"
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Meaning

This phrase literally translates to "All correct?" or "Everything correct?". It's a very common and versatile way to ask if a situation is okay, if something has been done properly, or if someone is feeling alright. It implies a check for correctness, well-being, or order.

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When to use

You can use this phrase in many informal situations. For example, after explaining something to someone, you might ask "¿Todo correcto?" to check their understanding. You can also use it to inquire if a task has been completed without issues, or to simply ask a friend if they are doing okay.

✦Grammar Breakdown

¿Todocorrecto?

1

Todo

"Todo" means "all" or "everything." In this phrase, it acts as a pronoun referring to the entire situation or subject being discussed.

2

Correcto

"Correcto" is an adjective meaning "correct," "right," or "proper." It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies, but here it functions as a predicate adjective describing "todo" (which is masculine singular in this context).

🗨In Conversation

A

He terminado de organizar los documentos. ¿Todo correcto?

I've finished organizing the documents. All good?

Sí, perfecto. ¡Gracias!

Yes, perfect. Thanks!

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✕Common Mistakes

  • ¿Todo bien?

    While "¿Todo bien?" is also correct and means "Is everything good?", it has a slightly different nuance. "Correcto" specifically asks if something is accurate, in order, or without error, whereas "bien" is more general about well-being or quality.

  • ¿Es todo correcto?

    While grammatically correct, adding "Es" (the verb 'to be') is less common and sounds more formal or emphatic. The simpler form "¿Todo correcto?" is much more natural for everyday use.

↔Alternatives

  • ¿Está todo bien?

    Is everything good?

  • ¿Todo en orden?

    Everything in order?

  • ¿Me sigues?

    Are you following me? (Do you understand?)

  • ¿Está claro?

    Is it clear?

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Cultural Tip

This phrase is widely used across Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Spain, as an informal and direct way to check in. It's generally considered polite in casual settings. In some Latin American countries, "¿Todo bien?" might be slightly more prevalent for general well-being, but "¿Todo correcto?" is still perfectly understood and used when specifically referring to accuracy or order.