data
“data” means “date” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
date
Also: age
📝 In Action
Este documento es de antigua data.
B2This document is of an old date (it's very old).
Es un problema de larga data en nuestra sociedad.
C1It is a long-standing problem in our society.
dates back to
Also: dates
📝 In Action
El castillo data del siglo doce.
B1The castle dates back to the twelfth century.
Por favor, data la carta antes de enviarla.
B2Please, date the letter before sending it.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'data,' meaning 'given.' It was used in formulas like 'Given at Rome on the 10th day...' which eventually led to the word meaning the date itself.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'data' the plural of 'dato'?
No. In Spanish, 'data' is a feminine singular noun meaning 'date'. The plural of 'dato' (information) is 'datos'.
How do I say 'This dates back to 1990'?
You would say 'Esto data de 1990'.