How to Say "to compromise" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to compromise” is “comprometer” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
No quiero comprometer mi reputación por un error tan pequeño.
I don't want to jeopardize my reputation for such a small mistake.
Mis padres me comprometieron a asistir a la cena familiar.
My parents committed me to attending the family dinner.
Esa decisión podría comprometer el éxito del proyecto.
That decision could compromise the success of the project.
Using it with 'a'
When you use this word to say you are committing someone to do something, follow it with the word 'a' before the next action: 'Me comprometieron a trabajar los domingos'.
Reflexive Power
When you add 'se' to the end (comprometerse), it changes from putting something at risk to making a personal promise or getting engaged to marry someone.
False Friend Alert
Mistake: “Using 'compromiso' to mean a 'compromise' (agreement where both sides give in).”
Correction: In Spanish, a 'compromise' agreement is better called an 'acuerdo' or 'término medio'. 'Compromiso' usually means a commitment or an obligation.
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