redactar
“redactar” means “to write” in Spanish (composing a text or document).
to write, to draft
Also: to compose, to draw up
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Tengo que redactar un correo electrónico para mi jefe.
A2I have to write an email for my boss.
El periodista redactó la noticia en menos de una hora.
B1The journalist drafted the news story in less than an hour.
Es importante redactar el contrato con mucho cuidado.
B2It is important to draw up the contract very carefully.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Quick Quiz: redactar
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Which sentence is the most professional way to say 'I need to write a report'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'redigere,' which means to bring back, collect, or arrange into a specific state or form.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'redactar' for text messages?
Technically yes, but it sounds very formal. For casual texting, 'escribir' is much more natural.
Does 'redactar' mean 'to redact' (black out sensitive info)?
No. In Spanish, to black out or censor text is 'censurar' or 'tachar'. 'Redactar' only means to write or draft.
Is 'redactor' a journalist?
Yes, a 'redactor' is someone whose job is to write or edit content for newspapers, magazines, or websites.