I can accept that Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈaɪ/ /ˈkæn/, /kən/ /ækˈsɛpt/, /əkˈsɛpt/ /ˈðæt/, /ðət

EYE kun ak-SEPT that

UK

ˈaɪ/ /kˈæn/ /ɐksˈɛpt/ /ðˈæt

EYE kun uks-SEPT that

Definition

Used to show agreement or willingness to tolerate or understand an idea, situation, or opinion, even if it is not your first choice or preference.

Usage & Nuances

Polite, neutral, and commonly used in spoken English. Often said after hearing a proposal or opinion you may not love but agree to go along with. Similar in tone to 'That's fair' or 'I can live with that.' Not usually used for major, life-changing decisions.

• Spanish: puedo aceptar eso - lo puedo aceptar
• Portuguese (BR): posso aceitar isso
• Portuguese (PT): posso aceitar isso
• Chinese (Simplified): 我可以接受这个
• Chinese (Traditional): 我可以接受這個
• Hindi: मैं इसे स्वीकार कर सकता हूँ
• Arabic: يمكنني قبول ذلك
• Bengali: আমি সেটা মেনে নিতে পারি - আমি সেটা মানতে পারি
• Russian: Я могу с этим смириться - Я могу это принять
• Japanese: それなら受け入れられます - それは納得できます
• Vietnamese: Tôi có thể chấp nhận điều đó
• Korean: 그건 받아들일 수 있어요 - 그건 괜찮아요
• Turkish: Bunu kabul edebilirim
• Urdu: میں اسے قبول کر سکتا ہوں
• Indonesian: Saya bisa menerima itu

Example Sentences

I can accept that, even if it's not perfect.

basic

If you need more time, I can accept that.

basic

You want to change the plan? I can accept that.

basic

I’d prefer something else, but I can accept that.

natural

As long as everyone agrees, I can accept that.

natural

It’s not my first choice, but I can accept that if it makes things easier.

natural