Spanish Conversation · Level 142
45 words
Spanish word
comprometer
Pronunciation
IPA/kompɾomeˈteɾ/
Meaning
- verbinvolve
Example
No quiero comprometerte con mis problemas.
I do not want to involve you in my problems.
More examples
Esa decisión puede comprometer la seguridad del edificio.
That decision may compromise the building's security.
Core concept
Someone exposed to danger or blame because of another's action.
Common phrases
comprometer a alguien
involve someone
comprometer la seguridad
compromise security
Similar words
implicar: An action or situation carries extra consequences or responsibilities for others.
involucrar: Includes someone in an act, event, or situation so they become connected to it.
exponer: Leaves someone exposed to outside danger, harm, or blame.
arrastrar: Pulls someone into trouble or conflict unintentionally, often against their will.
Definition in Spanish
Involucrar a alguien en un asunto que le cae como obligación, responsabilidad o peligro, con frecuencia contra su voluntad.
Word origin
From Latin compromittere ('com-' + 'promittere'), where the notion of a promise evolved into making a person responsible or liable.
Usage tips
- When used reflexively (comprometerse) it usually means to commit oneself, while the nonreflexive verb often implicates or jeopardizes someone else.
Other meanings
- put at riskverb
- hold responsibleverb
Related words
- compromisopromisenoun
- comprometidoinvolvedadjective