buen trato
/bwen tɾato/from spelling rules
In Spanish, "good deal" is expressed as buen trato.
The phrase buen trato can refer to a favorable agreement or arrangement between two parties. However, it is more commonly used to refer to the quality of treatment or respect one receives from others, such as treating someone with kindness or dignity.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of buen (good) and trato (deal, treatment or handling).
Which one should you use?
While buen trato can mean a favorable business arrangement, it is more commonly used to refer to the quality of treatment or respect one receives from others. If you are specifically talking about a great bargain or a steal, you might use different informal terms.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the phrase buen trato is used in legal and social contexts to describe the protection of children and the elderly from abuse.
- The word trato shares its roots with the English word 'treat', as both originate from the idea of handling or managing something.
- The word trato comes from the verb tratar, which can mean both 'to treat' a person and 'to negotiate' a price.
Examples in context
- Es un buen trato.It's a good deal.This sentence is useful for confirming that something is a buen trato.Tatoeba #1400456 by marcelostockle, translation #2304 by CK
- El nuevo descuento ofrece una buena oferta para nuestros clientes.The new discount offers a good deal for our clients.
- ¡Esa compra fue un chollo! No puedo creer lo barato que lo conseguiste.That purchase was a steal! I can't believe how cheaply you got it.
- Me encontré con una ganga increíble en la tienda de segunda mano.I stumbled upon an incredible bargain at the thrift store.
- Compré este producto a un buen precio, ¿no crees?I bought this product at a good price, don't you think?
- Fue un buen trato para ambos.It was a good deal for both.
- No creo que sea un buen trato.I don't think it is a good deal.
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are discussing a contract for a new car.
- Daniel¿Te parece un buen trato?Does it seem like a good deal to you?
- SofíaSí, es un buen trato.Yes, it is a good deal.
- DanielEntonces, aceptemos la oferta.Then, let's accept the offer.
- SofíaEstoy de acuerdo contigo, Daniel.I agree with you, Daniel.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries buen, trato, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
