hackear
“hackear” means “to hack” in Spanish (computer systems or accounts).
to hack
Also: to break into
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Alguien intentó hackear mi cuenta de Instagram ayer.
A2Someone tried to hack my Instagram account yesterday.
Es importante usar contraseñas seguras para que no puedan hackear tu red.
B1It is important to use secure passwords so they can't hack your network.
Los expertos en seguridad trabajan para evitar que los piratas informáticos logren hackear el sistema.
B2Security experts work to prevent hackers from successfully hacking the system.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Borrowed from the English verb 'to hack'. Spanish adds the '-ear' suffix, which is the standard way to turn foreign or new nouns into verbs.
First recorded: Late 20th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'hackear' an official Spanish word?
Yes, it is widely recognized and used in modern Spanish dictionaries to describe the act of gaining unauthorized access to computer systems.
Can I use 'hackear' for things other than computers?
While it's primarily for tech, people sometimes use it figuratively (like 'hackear la vida' for 'life hacking'), but it almost always implies a digital context.
What is the difference between 'hackear' and 'piratear'?
'Hackear' usually means breaking into a system. 'Piratear' often refers to downloading software or movies illegally, though they can overlap.