How to Say "file format" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “file format” is “formato” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
Digital file types like .pdf or .jpg
Examples
Por favor, envía el archivo en formato PDF.
Please send the file in PDF format.
Este programa no reconoce el formato de imagen.
This program doesn't recognize the image format.
Necesito convertir este video a un formato compatible.
I need to convert this video to a compatible format.
Using 'en'
When you want to say something is 'in a format', use the preposition 'en' followed by the name of the format (e.g., 'en formato Word').
Missing the word 'formato'
Mistake: “Pásame el archivo en PDF.”
Correction: While you can say 'en PDF', saying 'en formato PDF' sounds much more professional and clear in a business setting.
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