Using 'contacto' as a Verb

Even though it ends in '-o', it's good to remember that 'contacto' is always a masculine noun. So, you'll always say 'el contacto' or 'un contacto'.

Always Masculine

The phrase 'ponerse en contacto con alguien' is the most natural and common way to say 'to get in touch with someone'. It's a great phrase to memorize.

Getting in Touch

Extremely common. You'll hear and use this word constantly in many situations.

Using 'con' instead of 'a'

When you contact a specific person, Spanish often adds a little word 'a' right before their name. For example, 'Contacto a María' (I contact María). This is called the 'personal a' and it's very common.

Using 'a' for People

Using the verb 'contactar' can sound a bit more direct or formal than the phrase 'ponerse en contacto'. For a friendly email, 'Quería ponerme en contacto contigo' sounds softer than 'Te contacto para...'

Verb vs. Noun Phrase

Fairly common, especially in business or formal writing. It's the 'I' form of the verb 'contactar'.

Learn the complete meaning of 'contacto' in Spanish. See definitions for the noun (contact, touch, connection) and the verb 'contacto' (I contact), with full conjugations, examples, and usage tips.

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present

preterite

imperfect

future

conditional

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

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