Contacto (en. Contact)
/konˈtakto/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A relationship established between two or more people.
The contact between the two was immediate.
El contacto entre ambos fue inmediato.
A physical or electrical connection between objects.
The contact between the wires is essential for operation.
El contacto entre los cables es esencial para el funcionamiento.
The act of communicating or relating to someone.
We need to maintain contact with our clients.
Necesitamos mantener el contacto con nuestros clientes.
Etymology
From the Latin 'contactus', which means 'touch' or 'secret'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to lose contact
To stop communicating with someone.
perder el contacto
to be in contact
To maintain regular communication with someone.
estar en contacto
to make contact
To initiate a relationship or communication with someone.
hacer contacto
Related Words
to contact
To establish communication or connection with someone.
contactar
physical contact
Interaction or touch between bodies.
contacto físico
social contact
Relationship or communication between individuals in a social context.
contacto social
Slang Meanings
To have influence or connection in a place or with an important person.
She has contact in the film industry.
Ella tiene contacto en la industria del cine.
A quick and direct connection to obtain information or favors.
I am going to find a contact to get tickets.
Voy a buscar un contacto para conseguir entradas.