RAM
“RAM” means “RAM” in Spanish (computing and hardware).
RAM
Also: random access memory
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Mi computadora tiene 16 gigas de RAM.
A2My computer has 16 gigs of RAM.
Si el juego se cierra solo, quizás te falta memoria RAM.
B1If the game closes by itself, maybe you're low on RAM memory.
Es importante cerrar programas innecesarios para liberar la RAM.
B2It is important to close unnecessary programs to free up the RAM.
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Direct loanword from the English acronym 'Random Access Memory'.
First recorded: Mid-20th century (with the advent of modern computing).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is RAM a word or an abbreviation in Spanish?
It is an acronym (sigla) borrowed from English, but it is treated like a common noun in everyday speech.
Do Spanish speakers pronounce it like 'ram' or 'R-A-M'?
They pronounce it as a single word: /ram/, with a strong Spanish 'R'.
Can I just say 'memoria' instead of 'RAM'?
Yes, but 'RAM' is more specific. If you just say 'memoria', people might think of your brain's memory or a USB stick (memoria USB).