Trato (en. Deal)

/ˈtɾato/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Agreement established between two or more parties to regulate their relationship.
The agreement was signed at the meeting on Monday.
El trato se firmó en la reunión del lunes.
Manner of behaving with someone or how to deal with them.
The treatment he received at the hotel was excellent.
El trato que recibió en el hotel fue excelente.
verb
To negotiate or establish conditions regarding something.
The budget topic was discussed at the meeting.
Se trató el tema del presupuesto en la junta.

Etymology

From Latin 'tractus', which means 'action of dragging' or 'to make'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

show good treatment
Treating someone with kindness and respect.
mostrar buen trato
give preferential treatment
Offering special treatment to someone.
dar trato preferencial
talk informally
Speaking with a level of trust and familiarity.
tratar de tú

Related Words

treatment
Action of treating someone in a certain way.
tratamiento
deal made
Expression that indicates an agreement has been reached.
trato hecho
tract
Portion of material that is transported or is dragged.
tracto

Slang Meanings

direct deal
We made a direct deal without intermediaries.
Hicimos un trato directo sin intermediarios.
good vibe in the treatment
He always has a good vibe in dealing with clients.
Siempre tiene buena onda en el trato con los clientes.