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How to Say "promissory note" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “promissory note” is “pagaré” — B2 level.

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nounB2formal
formal financial document
A stylized, official document, rolled and tied with a red ribbon, resting on a wooden desk, symbolizing a formal financial promise.

Examples

El banco me pidió firmar un pagaré como garantía del préstamo.

The bank asked me to sign a promissory note as collateral for the loan.

Si no pagas a tiempo, el pagaré puede ser ejecutado legalmente.

If you don't pay on time, the promissory note can be legally enforced.

A Noun from a Verb

This noun comes directly from the verb form 'I will pay' ('pagaré'), reflecting the document's core purpose: a written promise to pay.

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