Spanish word

compromiso

Pronunciation

IPA/kompɾoˈmiso/

Meaning

  • masculine nounappointment, commitment

Example

¿Tienes un compromiso esta tarde?

Do you have an appointment this afternoon?

Illustration for compromiso (appointment)

More examples

Asumí un compromiso con mi jefe para entregar el informe mañana.

I made a commitment with my boss to deliver the report tomorrow.

Core concept

A promised responsibility that occupies a person's schedule.

Common phrases

  • asumir un compromiso

    make a commitment

Similar words

cita: Takes place at a set time and place as an arranged meeting.
promesa: Pledges to do or say something as a personal vow.
obligación: Requires action because of a duty, rule, or responsibility.
acuerdo: Sets mutual terms decided and accepted by two or more people.

Definition in Spanish

Responsabilidad u obligación asumida por alguien respecto a otra persona, a una tarea o a una cita; también se usa para la promesa de matrimonio.

Word origin

From Latin compromissum, from compromittere 'to make a mutual promise', composed of com- 'together' + promittere 'to promise', which explains both obligation and appointment senses.

Usage tips

  • Compromiso covers appointment, obligation, or engagement (marriage), so rely on context to tell whether it means a scheduled meeting or a personal promise.

Other meanings

  • engagementnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • comprometercommitverb
  • comprometidocommittedadjective
  • comprometimientocommitmentnoun

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