intacto
“intacto” means “intact” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
intact
Also: untouched, unharmed
📝 In Action
La caja llegó intacta a su destino.
A2The box arrived intact at its destination.
A pesar del incendio, los cuadros quedaron intactos.
B1Despite the fire, the paintings remained untouched.
El conductor salió intacto del accidente.
B2The driver came out of the accident unharmed.
unaltered
Also: unblemished
📝 In Action
Su reputación sigue intacta después del escándalo.
B2Her reputation remains unblemished after the scandal.
Mi entusiasmo por el viaje se mantiene intacto.
C1My enthusiasm for the trip remains unchanged.
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'intactus'. The 'in-' means 'not' and 'tactus' means 'touched'. So, the word literally describes something that hasn't been touched or messed with.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'intacto' be used for food?
Yes! If you haven't started eating your meal, you can say 'Mi comida está intacta'.
Is 'intacto' only for physical objects?
No, it is very common in Spanish to use it for things like honor, reputation, or emotions that haven't changed or been damaged.
Does it have a plural form?
Yes, it follows standard rules: 'intactos' for masculine plural and 'intactas' for feminine plural.