verb

pactar

make a deal

To reach an agreement or covenant: This is the primary meaning, referring to the act of formalizing an arrangement, treaty, or deal between two or more parties. It often implies a process of negotiation to settle terms.
To conclude a deal or settlement: It can specifically refer to finalizing a decision regarding a contentious issue, such as a labor strike, a political dispute, or a legal conflict.

Grammar: It is a regular verb of the first conjugation (-ar) that functions as a transitive verb.
Origin: The word comes from the Latin pactare, which is the frequentative form of pacisci (to bargain or agree), derived from the noun pactum (agreement or covenant). It shares the same etymological root as the English word "pact."

Synonyms:
- Acordar
- Convenir
- Negociar
- Estipular
- Contratar
Antonyms:
- Discrepar
- Diferir
- Romper (in the context of breaking an agreement)

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