diseñar
“diseñar” means “to design” in Spanish (creating plans, sketches, or systems).
to design
Also: to outline, to map out
📝 In Action
Yo quiero diseñar mi propia ropa algún día.
A1I want to design my own clothes someday.
El arquitecto diseñó un edificio muy moderno.
A2The architect designed a very modern building.
Estamos diseñando una nueva estrategia de ventas.
B1We are designing a new sales strategy.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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How would you say 'I designed' in Spanish?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'designare', which means 'to mark out' or 'to point out'. It combines 'de-' (out) and 'signare' (to mark with a sign).
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'diseñar' only for art?
No, it is used for engineering, software, business strategies, and any activity that involves making a plan before building something.
What is the difference between 'dibujar' and 'diseñar'?
'Dibujar' means simply to draw. 'Diseñar' implies a purpose or a plan behind the drawing, like creating a product or a layout.
Are there any irregular forms of 'diseñar'?
No, it is a completely regular verb in all tenses.