Exacto (en. Exact)

eɣˈzak.to

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has no error; precise.
The result of the experiment was exact.
El resultado del experimento fue exacto.
That corresponds precisely to what is described or affirmed.
His explanation was exact and clear.
Su explicación fue exacta y clara.
That fits precisely to a measurement or a standard.
The cut of the fabric must be exact for it to fit well.
El corte de la tela debe ser exacto para que encaje bien.

Etymology

From the Latin 'exactus', past participle of 'exigere', which means to bring out, execute.

Common Phrases and Expressions

exact as a clock
It refers to something that is very precise or punctual.
exacto como un reloj
exact to the millimeter
It indicates that something is very exact in dimensions.
exacto al milímetro
it is exact that
It is used to confirm a statement.
es exacto que

Related Words

accuracy
Quality of exact; precision.
exactitud
exactly
In an exact manner.
exactamente
to demand
To request rigorously what is considered necessary.
exigir

Slang Meanings

Exactly like this
When someone says 'exact', they mean they completely agree.
Cuando alguien dice 'exacto', quiere decir que está completamente de acuerdo.
Perfect
That answer was exact, nothing is missing.
Esa respuesta fue exacto, no le falta nada.