cumplimiento
“cumplimiento” means “fulfillment” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
fulfillment
Also: completion, achievement
📝 In Action
El cumplimiento de tu promesa es muy importante para mí.
B1The fulfillment of your promise is very important to me.
Celebramos el cumplimiento de nuestros objetivos anuales.
B2We are celebrating the achievement of our annual goals.
El cumplimiento del plazo termina mañana.
B1The completion of the deadline ends tomorrow.
compliance
Also: observance, adherence
📝 In Action
El cumplimiento de las normas de seguridad es obligatorio.
B2Compliance with safety rules is mandatory.
La empresa verifica el cumplimiento de la ley laboral.
C1The company verifies compliance with labor law.
courtesy
Also: social obligation
📝 In Action
No quería ir a la boda, fui por puro cumplimiento.
C1I didn't want to go to the wedding; I went out of pure courtesy.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "cumplimiento" in Spanish:
achievement→adherence→completion→compliance→courtesy→fulfillment→observance→social obligation→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: cumplimiento
Question 1 of 3
Which of these means the opposite of 'cumplimiento'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'complimentum,' which comes from 'complere' meaning 'to fill up' or 'to complete.' It shares the same roots as the English word 'complement.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'cumplimiento' the same as 'compliance' in business?
Yes, it is the direct translation. In corporate settings, 'cumplimiento normativo' is the formal term for 'regulatory compliance.'
Can I use 'cumplimiento' for a birthday?
Not usually. For a birthday, you use the verb 'cumplir' (to turn years old) or 'cumpleaños' (birthday). 'Cumplimiento' refers to the act of completing the obligation or time, but sounds very formal for a party.
What is the difference between 'cumplido' and 'cumplimiento'?
A 'cumplido' is a compliment or a nice thing someone says to you. 'Cumplimiento' is the act of fulfilling a task or rule.