efecto
/eh-FEK-toh/
effect
Visualizing efecto as the result or consequence of an action, like a domino chain reaction.
efecto(noun)
effect
?The result or consequence of an action.
,result
?The outcome.
consequence
?A direct result, usually negative.
📝 In Action
La medicina ya hizo efecto en mí.
A2The medicine already had an effect on me.
El aumento de precios es un efecto de la escasez.
B1The price increase is a result of the shortage.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'Efecto' in Phrases
A very common phrase is 'hacer efecto' (to take effect/to work), used often with medicine or advice.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'Efecto' and 'Afecto'
Mistake: "Using 'afecto' when you mean 'effect'."
Correction: 'Afecto' means affection or fondness. 'Efecto' is the consequence or result. 'El clima me afectó' (The weather affected me).
⭐ Usage Tips
Confirming Information
Use the phrase 'En efecto,' at the beginning of a sentence to confirm or agree with something, similar to saying 'That's right' or 'Indeed.'
This image illustrates efecto in the context of a sound effect, created here using Foley techniques.
efecto(noun)
sound effect
?Audio design in films or shows.
,special effect
?Visual tricks in filmmaking.
phenomenon
?A physical or scientific observation.
📝 In Action
Necesitamos mejores efectos de sonido para la película.
B2We need better sound effects for the movie.
El telescopio detectó el efecto gravitacional.
C1The telescope detected the gravitational effect.
When referring to possessions, especially for travel or inventory, efecto translates to personal effects.
efecto(noun)
personal effects
?Possessions, usually when traveling or dealing with legal/official inventories.
belongings
?Things that belong to someone.
📝 In Action
Por favor, recoja todos sus efectos personales antes de salir.
B2Please collect all your personal belongings before leaving.
La aduana revisó nuestros efectos.
C1Customs checked our belongings.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Plural for Possessions
When referring to things you own, 'efecto' is almost always used in the plural form: 'los efectos personales' (personal effects).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: efecto
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'efectos' to mean 'belongings'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'efecto' masculine or feminine?
'Efecto' is always a masculine noun, so you use the masculine article 'el' (el efecto) or 'los' (los efectos).
How is 'efecto' different from 'eficacia'?
'Efecto' is the result itself (what happens). 'Eficacia' is how well something works or its ability to produce the desired result (its effectiveness).