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pacto

PAK-tohˈpakto

“pacto” means “pact” in Spanish (formal agreement).

pact, agreement

Also: treaty, compact
NounmB1
A colorful illustration depicting two stylized hands firmly grasping each other in a handshake, symbolizing a formal agreement or pact.

📝 In Action

Los dos países firmaron un pacto de no agresión.

B1

The two countries signed a non-aggression pact (agreement).

Llegamos a un pacto para compartir los gastos de la casa.

A2

We reached an agreement to share the household expenses.

Romper el pacto electoral tendrá consecuencias políticas graves.

B2

Breaking the electoral agreement will have serious political consequences.

Word Connections

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Common Collocations

  • firmar un pacto – to sign an agreement
  • llegar a un pacto – to reach an agreement
  • romper el pacto – to break the agreement

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "pacto" in Spanish:

agreement→compact→pact→treaty→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: pacto

Question 1 of 2

Which verb is most commonly used when two parties finalize a formal 'pacto'?

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👥 Word Family▼
pactar(to agree/to negotiate a pact) — Verb
pactado(agreed upon) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

This word comes directly from the Latin word *pactum*, which meant 'agreement' or 'covenant.' The meaning has stayed consistent for centuries.

First recorded: Medieval Latin period

Cognates (Related words)

English: pactItalian: patto

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'pacto' and 'acuerdo'?

'Acuerdo' is a general word for 'agreement' or 'consensus' and can be used for anything, big or small. 'Pacto' is usually more serious, formal, or official, often involving political groups, nations, or major business deals. You might reach an 'acuerdo' on where to eat, but you sign a 'pacto' on trade.