diseño
“diseño” means “design” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
design, layout
Also: pattern, plan
📝 In Action
El diseño de la casa es muy moderno.
A2The design of the house is very modern.
Contratamos a un experto para el diseño web.
B1We hired an expert for the website design.
Este vestido tiene un diseño floral precioso.
B2This dress has a beautiful floral pattern.
I design
Also: I draw up, I lay out
📝 In Action
Yo diseño la estrategia del equipo.
A2I design the team's strategy.
Siempre diseño mis propios muebles.
A1I always design my own furniture.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: diseño
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'diseño' as the action 'I design'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Italian word 'disegno' (meaning drawing or sketch), which itself traces back to the Latin verb 'designare,' meaning 'to mark out' or 'to indicate.'
First recorded: 17th century (in Spanish)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I say 'designer'?
If the designer is male, use 'el diseñador.' If the designer is female, use 'la diseñadora.' Both words are very common.
Can 'diseño' refer to a plan or intention?
Yes, absolutely! While often used for visual things, it can mean 'plan' or 'scheme,' especially in phrases like 'el diseño de la estrategia' (the design/plan of the strategy).