How to Say "facts" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “facts” is “datos” — use 'datos' when referring to pieces of information, figures, or statistics that can be collected and analyzed, often in a technical or research context..
datos
DAH-tohs/ˈdatos/
Examples
Necesitamos más datos para entender el problema.
We need more facts/information to understand the problem.
Todos los datos históricos confirman esta teoría.
All the historical information confirms this theory.
Always Plural
Unlike the English word 'data,' which is often treated as singular (the data is good), the Spanish word 'datos' is always plural, so you must use plural articles and verbs (los datos son).
Using it as Singular
Mistake: “El dato es importante.”
Correction: Los datos son importantes. (Using the singular 'dato' usually refers to only one specific item, while 'datos' refers to the collection.)
hechos
AY-chos/ˈeʧos/
Examples
Necesitamos pruebas concretas y no solo opiniones; dame los hechos.
We need concrete proof and not just opinions; give me the facts.
Los hechos de la semana pasada cambiaron todo el plan.
Last week's events changed the entire plan.
El héroe fue recordado por sus valientes hechos.
The hero was remembered for his brave deeds.
Always Masculine
Even though it ends in '-os', remember that 'hechos' (facts/events) is a masculine word, so you must use masculine articles and adjectives: 'los hechos' (the facts).
Confusing Noun and Verb Forms
Mistake: “Using 'han hechos' when meaning 'they have done'.”
Correction: When used with the verb 'haber' (to have), the form is always singular and masculine: 'han hecho'. Only use 'hechos' when it’s a noun (facts) or an adjective (made).
Datos vs. Hechos
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