Pronto

usgb/ˈprɑːntəʊ/
adverb

Quickly, immediately, or without delay.

You need to get over here pronto.
Visual representation of "pronto" - Quickly, immediately, or without delay

Often appears as...

  • do it pronto
  • come here pronto

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Urgency Connotation

Pronto often suggests a sense of urgency and that something needs to happen immediately.

Illustration for Urgency Connotation
Finish your chores pronto, we're leaving in 10 minutes!
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Colloquial Use

Pronto is considered informal and is mostly used in casual conversation rather than formal writing.

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Text me pronto with your decision, please.
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Avoid Overuse

Using 'pronto' too often can seem pushy or rude. Use it sparingly to maintain politeness.

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Can you email me the report? And pronto, if possible.
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