actos
“actos” means “deeds” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
deeds, actions
Also: acts
📝 In Action
Sus actos de bondad fueron admirados por todos.
B1His acts of kindness were admired by everyone.
Debemos ser responsables por nuestros propios actos.
A2We must be responsible for our own actions.
ceremonies, events
Also: proceedings
📝 In Action
Los actos oficiales de la conmemoración se celebraron en la plaza.
B1The official ceremonies for the commemoration were held in the square.
El presidente asistirá a los actos de inauguración.
B2The president will attend the inauguration events.
acts
📝 In Action
El segundo de los actos fue el más emocionante.
B2The second of the acts was the most exciting.
La obra se divide en cuatro actos.
B2The play is divided into four acts.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: actos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'actos' in the context of a formal event or ceremony?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Latin word 'actus,' meaning 'a doing,' 'a performance,' or 'a movement.' It has maintained its core meaning in Spanish, referring to something that is carried out or completed.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Cuál es la diferencia entre 'actos' y 'acciones'?
Both mean 'actions,' but 'actos' (plural) often refers to a completed deed, a formal event, or a moral/legal action. 'Acciones' (plural) is more general, referring to movements, activities, or (in finance) stock shares. Think of 'actos' as having more weight or being more formal.
Is 'actos' masculine or feminine?
'Actos' is masculine. Its singular form is 'el acto.' Therefore, you should always use masculine determiners with it: 'los actos,' 'muchos actos,' 'estos actos.'