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término

TÉHR-mee-nohˈteɾmino

end, deadline

Also: limit, termination
NounmA2
A winding dirt path stops abruptly where a large red flag is planted in the ground, symbolizing an end point or conclusion.

📝 In Action

El término del plazo para entregar el proyecto es el viernes.

A2

The deadline for handing in the project is Friday.

Pusimos término a la reunión después de una hora de debate.

B1

We put an end to the meeting after an hour of debate.

El término del contrato está cerca.

A2

The end of the contract is near.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • poner término a – to put an end to
  • a largo término – in the long term

term, word

Also: expression
NounmB1
A cartoon figure points up at a thought bubble above their head, which contains a single, bright red apple, representing a specific concept or term.

📝 In Action

Ese es un término científico que solo conocen los expertos.

B1

That is a scientific term that only experts know.

Necesitas definir todos los términos clave de tu ensayo.

B2

You need to define all the key terms in your essay.

El profesor explicó el término 'fotosíntesis' con un diagrama.

B1

The professor explained the term 'photosynthesis' with a diagram.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • palabra (word)
  • vocablo (vocabulary item)

Common Collocations

  • término medio – middle term / average
  • término técnico – technical term

terms, conditions

Also: relationship status
NounmB2
Two hands shaking firmly above a small, perfectly balanced wooden scale, symbolizing the agreed-upon conditions or terms of an agreement.

📝 In Action

Lee cuidadosamente los términos y condiciones antes de firmar.

B2

Read the terms and conditions carefully before signing.

Ellos están en buenos términos a pesar de su divorcio.

C1

They are on good terms despite their divorce.

Negociamos los términos del acuerdo por dos horas.

B2

We negotiated the terms of the agreement for two hours.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • en buenos términos – on good terms
  • en malos términos – on bad terms

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "término" in Spanish:

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✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: término

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'término' to mean a specific word or phrase?

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👥 Word Family▼
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📚 Etymology▼

Comes directly from the Latin word *terminus*, meaning 'end, boundary, or limit.' This original meaning clearly connects to the modern Spanish uses for deadlines and borders.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: termFrench: terme

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'término' the same as 'terminación'?

'Término' usually refers to the limit or end point (like a deadline or a boundary). 'Terminación' is the *action* of finishing or the physical finish/surface of something (like the 'finish' of a piece of wood). Use 'término' for deadlines, and 'terminación' for the act of completion.

How do I say 'long term'?

You can say 'a largo plazo' (more common for planning) or 'a largo término' (also correct, meaning 'in the long term').