adv

pronto

PRON-toh

Pronto (adv) means Quickly, right away. Example: “Get over here, pronto!”

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Quickly, right away.

"Get over here, pronto!"

How to use pronto

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In plain EnglishRight now, without delay.

When to use it

Informal and often used in commands.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

more pronto comparative, most pronto superlative

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Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish pronto, from Latin prōmptus. A doublet of prompt.

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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readily promptly

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Rhymes for pronto

onto tonto Toronto

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pronto” mean?

The word “pronto” means quickly, right away. In plain terms, right now, without delay.

How do you pronounce “pronto”?

“Pronto” is pronounced PRON-toh (/ˈpɹɑntoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “pronto” in a sentence?

Here is “pronto” used in a sentence: “Get over here, pronto!”

What part of speech is “pronto”?

“Pronto” is an adverb.

Where does the word “pronto” come from?

The word “pronto” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Spanish pronto, from Latin prōmptus. A doublet of prompt.

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