contrato
“contrato” means “contract” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
contract
Also: agreement, lease
📝 In Action
Necesito firmar el contrato antes de empezar a trabajar.
A1I need to sign the contract before starting work.
El contrato de alquiler dura un año.
A2The rental agreement lasts one year.
Asegúrate de leer todas las cláusulas del contrato.
B1Make sure you read all the clauses of the contract.
I hire
Also: I contract
📝 In Action
Yo contrato a un nuevo diseñador cada mes.
A2I hire a new designer every month.
Contrato estos servicios para la fiesta.
B1I contract these services for the party.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
🔀 Commonly Confused With
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Words that translate to "contrato" in Spanish:
agreement→commissioned→contract→contracted→employed→hired→i contract→i hire→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: contrato
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'contrato' as a noun (the object) and not as a verb (the action)?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
This word comes from the Latin word 'contractus,' which referred to an agreement or drawing things together. It entered Spanish in its current form related to binding agreements.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'contrato' and 'acuerdo'?
'Contrato' is typically a formal, written, and legally binding document, usually related to employment, services, or large purchases. 'Acuerdo' is a more general term for any agreement or consensus, often verbal or less formal.