imprimir
“imprimir” means “to print” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to print
Also: to publish
📝 In Action
Necesito imprimir mi tarea para la clase de mañana.
A2I need to print my homework for tomorrow's class.
¿Puedes imprimir dos copias de este documento?
A2Can you print two copies of this document?
Están imprimiendo la nueva edición del libro ahora mismo.
B1They are printing the new edition of the book right now.
to instill / to give
Also: to imprint
📝 In Action
El entrenador logró imprimir mucha confianza al equipo.
B2The coach managed to instill a lot of confidence in the team.
Ella quiere imprimir un carácter moderno a su nueva casa.
C1She wants to give a modern character to her new house.
El autor imprime un ritmo rápido a la novela.
B2The author gives a fast pace to the novel.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'imprimere', which means 'to press into'. This reflects the historical process of pressing physical type into paper.
First recorded: 15th century (coinciding with the invention of the printing press)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'imprimido' really a word?
Yes! The Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) accepts both 'impreso' and 'imprimido' as valid past participles. However, 'impreso' is more common in speech and 'imprimido' is mostly found in very specific grammatical constructions or older texts.
When should I use 'impresora' vs 'impreso'?
An 'impresora' is the machine (the printer), whereas 'impreso' refers to something that has been printed (like a form or a pamphlet).
Does 'imprimir' always require paper?
Not necessarily. While it's most common for paper, it can be used for 3D printing (impresión 3D) or figuratively to mean 'instilling' a feeling or quality.