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How to Say "input" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word forinputis aportaciónuse this when referring to sharing thoughts, ideas, or opinions, especially in a collaborative setting like a meeting or discussion.

aportaciónB1

Use this when referring to sharing thoughts, ideas, or opinions, especially in a collaborative setting like a meeting or discussion.

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contribuciónB1

This word is best for describing the act of giving or adding something, such as an opinion, idea, or resource, to a project or effort.

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aporte🔊B1

Use this to refer to information, data, or a specific contribution provided to a discussion, project, or event.

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entrada🔊B2

This is the correct term in computing contexts, referring to data entered into a system or a specific record within a database or log.

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alimentaciónB2

Use this when 'input' refers to a power supply or the material fed into a machine or system for it to function.

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inyecciónB1

This term is used when 'input' means an infusion or addition of resources, especially money, into a company or project.

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alimento🔊B1

Use this metaphorically when 'input' refers to information, knowledge, or experiences that nourish or sustain the mind or spirit.

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English → Spanish

aportación

nounB1general
Use this when referring to sharing thoughts, ideas, or opinions, especially in a collaborative setting like a meeting or discussion.

Examples

Tu aportación en la reunión fue muy valiosa.

Your input in the meeting was very valuable.

contribución

nounB1general
This word is best for describing the act of giving or adding something, such as an opinion, idea, or resource, to a project or effort.

Examples

Tu contribución al proyecto fue muy importante.

Your contribution to the project was very important.

aporte

ah-PORE-tehaˈpoɾte

nounB1general
Use this to refer to information, data, or a specific contribution provided to a discussion, project, or event.
A child placing a gold coin into a colorful piggy bank to help others.

Examples

Tu aporte a la fiesta fue muy importante.

Your contribution to the party was very important.

El científico recibió un premio por su gran aporte a la medicina.

The scientist received an award for his great contribution to medicine.

Necesitamos un aporte económico para terminar el proyecto.

We need a financial contribution to finish the project.

Always Masculine

Even though it ends in 'e', this word is masculine. Always use 'el' or 'un' with it.

Using it with Verbs

In Spanish, we usually say 'hacer un aporte' (to make a contribution) rather than just 'contribuir' when we want to sound more formal or specific.

Gender Error

Mistake:La aporte es valiosa.

Correction: El aporte es valioso. (Remember that nouns ending in -e that come from verbs are almost always masculine.)

entrada

en-TRAH-dahenˈtɾaða

nounB2technical
This is the correct term in computing contexts, referring to data entered into a system or a specific record within a database or log.
An open, thick, leather-bound diary resting on a wooden desk, with a simple feather quill pen lying across the blank page.

Examples

Añadí una nueva entrada al diario de viaje.

I added a new entry to the travel diary.

Mi última entrada en el blog tuvo muchos comentarios.

My latest blog post had many comments.

alimentación

nounB2technical
Use this when 'input' refers to a power supply or the material fed into a machine or system for it to function.

Examples

Corta la alimentación eléctrica antes de reparar el cable.

Cut the power supply before repairing the cable.

inyección

nounB1business
This term is used when 'input' means an infusion or addition of resources, especially money, into a company or project.

Examples

La empresa necesita una inyección de capital urgente para seguir operando.

The company needs an infusion of capital to keep operating.

alimento

ah-lee-MEN-toha.liˈmen.to

nounB1figurative
Use this metaphorically when 'input' refers to information, knowledge, or experiences that nourish or sustain the mind or spirit.
A small, vibrant green sapling growing strongly out of rich brown soil, illuminated by gentle sunlight, symbolizing sustenance or figurative support.

Examples

La lectura es alimento para el alma y la mente.

Reading is food/nourishment for the soul and the mind.

Su ambición era el principal alimento de sus acciones.

His ambition was the main fuel for his actions.

Contribution vs. Input

Learners often confuse 'aportación,' 'aporte,' and 'contribución' because they all relate to giving something. Remember that 'aportación' and 'contribución' are more common for sharing ideas in discussions, while 'aporte' can also refer more broadly to data or information provided.

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