el hecho
fact · done
Es algo que ha ocurrido o es real, no es una opinión ni una suposición.
Definition & meaning
The word hecho has two primary meanings depending on its grammatical role:
- Past participle: As the past participle of the verb hacer , it means "done" or "made." It refers to an action that has been completed.
- Noun: As a noun, it means "fact," "event," or "occurrence." It refers to something that has actually happened or is true.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It functions as a masculine noun or as the past participle of the irregular verb hacer . Note that it is not hacedo; it is an irregular form.
- Word origin: It derives from the Latin word factum, which is the past participle of facere (to do or to make). This etymological root is shared with the English word "fact."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms (as a noun):
Synonyms (as a past participle):
Antonyms:
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Examples
Ese es un hecho real.noun
That is a real fact.
Es un hecho que practicas todos los días.noun
It is a fact that you practice every day.
Es un hecho importante en su vida.noun
It is an important fact in his life.
Este es un hecho importante.noun
This is an important fact.
Hoy aprendí un hecho interesante en la escuela.noun
Today I learned an interesting fact at school.
Este hecho es fácil de entender.noun
This fact is easy to understand.
La comida ya está muy bien hecha.adjective
The food is already very well done.
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