concierto
/kon-syér-to/
concert
A musical performance is a concierto.
concierto(Noun)
concert
?A musical performance
recital
?A performance by a solo artist or small group
,show
?General term for a performance
📝 In Action
Fui a un concierto de rock anoche, fue increíble.
A1I went to a rock concert last night, it was incredible.
¿A qué hora empieza el concierto de la orquesta sinfónica?
A2What time does the symphony orchestra concert start?
Compramos entradas para el concierto benéfico del sábado.
B1We bought tickets for the benefit concert on Saturday.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Check
Remember that 'concierto' is always a masculine word, so you must use 'el concierto' or 'un concierto' when talking about it.
⭐ Usage Tips
Using the Right Verb
In Spanish, bands or artists usually 'dar un concierto' (give a concert) rather than 'hacer un concierto' (make a concert).
When people reach an understanding, they have reached a concierto.
concierto(Noun)
agreement
?Mutual understanding or accord
arrangement
?A structured plan or order
,harmony
?State of being in tune or accord
📝 In Action
Actuaron de concierto para lograr el objetivo común.
B2They acted in agreement (or in concert) to achieve the common goal.
La paz requiere un concierto de voluntades entre las naciones.
C1Peace requires a harmony of wills among the nations.
Después de una larga negociación, llegaron a un concierto satisfactorio.
B2After a long negotiation, they reached a satisfactory arrangement.
💡 Grammar Points
Formal Contexts
This meaning is often found in formal writing, legal documents, or when discussing complex politics and philosophy.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'Concierto' and 'Acuerdo'
Mistake: "Using 'concierto' when a simple 'acuerdo' (agreement) would be better in a casual chat."
Correction: Use 'acuerdo' for everyday agreements. Reserve 'concierto' for deeper, more formal harmony or collective action.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: concierto
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'concierto' in its meaning of 'agreement' rather than 'musical event'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'concierto' the only word for 'concert'?
Yes, 'concierto' is the standard, most common word for a musical performance. For smaller, more informal shows, you might hear 'recital' or 'tocada' (informal).
How is 'concierto' related to 'desconcierto'?
'Concierto' means order or harmony. 'Desconcierto' adds the prefix 'des-' (meaning 'un-' or 'lack of'), so 'desconcierto' means a lack of order or harmony, leading to confusion, surprise, or dismay.