introducir
“introducir” means “to put in” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to put in, to insert
Also: to type in
📝 In Action
Por favor, introduce la tarjeta en el cajero.
A2Please, put the card in the ATM.
Tienes que introducir el código de seguridad para entrar.
B1You have to type in the security code to enter.
El cirujano introdujo la sonda con mucha delicadeza.
C1The surgeon inserted the tube very delicately.
to bring in, to implement
Also: to launch
📝 In Action
La empresa quiere introducir un nuevo modelo de negocio.
B2The company wants to bring in a new business model.
El gobierno ha introducido nuevas leyes ambientales.
B2The government has implemented new environmental laws.
El autor introduce un tema polémico al final del libro.
C1The author introduces a controversial topic at the end of the book.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Quick Quiz: introducir
Question 1 of 3
Which sentence correctly uses 'introducir' to mean 'to insert'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'introducere', which is a combination of 'intro' (inward) and 'ducere' (to lead). It literally means 'to lead something inside'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'introducir' to meet people?
Not usually. In English, you 'introduce' a friend, but in Spanish, you should use 'presentar'. If you use 'introducir' for a person, it might sound like you are physically pushing them into a room!
Is 'introducir' a regular verb?
No, it's quite irregular. It changes to 'introduzco' in the present and 'introduje' in the past. It follows the same pattern as 'conducir' (to drive) and 'traducir' (to translate).
What is the difference between 'meter' and 'introducir'?
'Meter' is very common and informal (like 'to put in'). 'Introducir' is more precise and formal (like 'to insert').