Spanish Conversation · Level 113
60 words
Spanish word
contactar
Pronunciation
IPA/kontakˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbcontact
Example
Voy a contactar con María mañana.
I am going to contact María tomorrow.
More examples
Si no responden, puedes contactar por correo electrónico.
If they don't reply, you can contact by email.
Core concept
Initiating a direct communication link with a person or organization.
Common phrases
contactar a alguien
contact someone
contactar con alguien
get in touch with someone
contactar por teléfono
contact by phone
contactar por correo electrónico
contact by email
contactar con el servicio de atención al cliente
contact customer service
Similar words
comunicarse: Engages in mutual exchange of messages or spoken conversation.
llamar: Dials a number to reach and speak with someone.
escribir: Composes and sends written content, like emails, letters, or notes.
avisar: Alerts or informs someone so they receive needed information or instructions.
Definition in Spanish
Iniciar o establecer comunicación directa con alguien o una institución para preguntar, coordinar o resolver algo.
Word origin
From the noun contact (ultimately from Latin contactus 'touch') with the Spanish verbal ending -ar added to form contactar.
Usage tips
- In conversational and business Spanish, 'contactar' is neutral and often preferred in formal messages, while 'ponerse en contacto (con)' sounds slightly more conversational.