programar
“programar” means “to program” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to program, to code
Also: to develop
📝 In Action
Ella aprendió a programar en Python el año pasado.
A2She learned to program in Python last year.
Estamos programando una nueva aplicación para móviles.
B1We are coding a new mobile application.
Es difícil programar sin cometer errores al principio.
B1It is hard to code without making mistakes at first.
to schedule, to set
Also: to plan
📝 In Action
He programado la lavadora para las ocho.
A1I have set the washing machine for eight o'clock.
Necesitamos programar una reunión para mañana.
A2We need to schedule a meeting for tomorrow.
El canal va a programar una serie nueva el próximo mes.
B1The channel is going to schedule a new series next month.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Words that translate to "programar" in Spanish:
to code→to develop→to plan→to program→to schedule→to set→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: programar
Question 1 of 3
Which verb would you use to set a timer on your microwave?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'programma', which comes from Greek 'pro' (before) and 'graphein' (to write). It originally meant a public notice or proclamation written in advance.
First recorded: 18th century (in the sense of planning), 20th century (computer sense)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'programar' a regular verb?
Yes, it follows the standard pattern for verbs ending in -ar.
Can I use 'programar' for social plans?
Usually, 'programar' is for more formal schedules or events. For hanging out with friends, 'quedar' or 'hacer planes' is more natural.
What is the difference between 'programar' and 'codificar'?
'Programar' is the general term for creating software. 'Codificar' is more specific to the act of writing the code itself, though they are often used as synonyms.