Discuss commitments and dedication in formal contexts.

The idea

The masculine noun el compromiso, or un compromiso, means a commitment; its plural is los compromisos. Use compromiso con for dedication to a cause.

Examples

  • El compromiso del equipo quedó por escrito.The team’s commitment was put in writing.
  • La empresa asumió un compromiso con la comunidad.The company made a commitment to the community.
  • Cumplimos nuestros compromisos con los clientes.We fulfil our commitments to our clients.
  • Su compromiso con el proyecto merece reconocimiento.Their commitment to the project deserves recognition.
  • El acuerdo incluye compromisos de formación.The agreement includes training commitments.
  • Renovaron el compromiso de reducir los residuos.They renewed their commitment to reduce waste.

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Watch out

A commitment is an obligation or dedication, not merely an appointment.

Try it yourself

  1. Choose: ___ compromiso figura en el contrato. (El / La)

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    El

    El agrees with the masculine singular noun.

  2. Choose: La institución asumió dos ___. (compromisos / compromiso)

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    compromisos

    compromisos matches the number two.

  3. Choose: La entidad hizo un ___ de actuar. (compromiso / edificio)

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    compromiso

    compromiso names the pledge to act.

Use it today

Describe a commitment your team has made.