tratos
“tratos” means “deals” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
deals, agreements
Also: dealings, arrangements
📝 In Action
Mi padre es experto en cerrar tratos comerciales.
B1My father is an expert at closing business deals.
No quiero tener más tratos con esa empresa.
B1I don't want to have any more dealings with that company.
treatment
Also: abuse
📝 In Action
La ley prohíbe los malos tratos en el trabajo.
B2The law prohibits mistreatment in the workplace.
Recibieron tratos crueles durante la guerra.
C1They received cruel treatment during the war.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: tratos
Question 1 of 2
Which phrase would you use to say someone is 'making deals'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'tractus', which meant 'a dragging' or 'a handling'. This evolved into how we 'handle' business or 'handle' other people.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'tratos' always plural?
No, 'trato' is the singular form meaning 'a deal' or 'treatment'. You use 'tratos' when referring to multiple instances or specifically in terms like 'dealings' and 'mistreatment'.
What is the difference between 'tratos' and 'trastos'?
One tiny letter makes a big difference! 'Tratos' (with no 's' in the middle) means deals or treatment. 'Trastos' (with an 's') means junk, old stuff, or kitchen utensils.