How to Say "planned" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “planned” is “planeado” — use this when 'planned' refers to something that has been arranged or decided upon for the future, often forming part of a perfect tense with 'haber'..
planeado
/pla-ne-A-do//pla.neˈa.ðo/
Examples
Hemos planeado una fiesta sorpresa para ella.
We have planned a surprise party for her.
La excursión planeada para mañana fue cancelada por la lluvia.
The excursion planned for tomorrow was canceled due to the rain.
Su discurso fue muy planeado, no dijo nada espontáneo.
His speech was very planned; he didn't say anything spontaneous.
Tenemos unas vacaciones planeadas en la playa para agosto.
We have a planned vacation at the beach for August.
Agreement Rule
As an adjective, 'planeado' must change its ending to match the person or thing it describes: 'planeada' (f. singular), 'planeados' (m. plural), 'planeadas' (f. plural).
Adjective Placement
It usually comes after the noun it describes, emphasizing that the noun has the quality of being planned: 'la boda planeada' (the planned wedding).
The 'Perfect' Helper
This form ('planeado') is used with the verb 'haber' (to have) to talk about actions completed in the past, like 'He planeado' (I have planned).
It Stays the Same
When used with 'haber' to form perfect tenses, 'planeado' never changes its ending. It always stays 'planeado,' regardless of who is performing the action. (e.g., 'Ellas han planeado', 'Yo he planeado').
Ignoring Gender
Mistake: “La fiesta planeado.”
Correction: La fiesta planeada. (Since 'fiesta' is feminine, the adjective must also be feminine.)
Mistake with 'Haber'
Mistake: “Hemos planeados la fiesta.”
Correction: Hemos planeado la fiesta. (The participle is invariable when used with 'haber'.)
planeado
/pla-ne-A-do//pla.neˈa.ðo/
Examples
La reunión planeada se pospuso hasta la próxima semana.
The planned meeting was postponed until next week.
La excursión planeada para mañana fue cancelada por la lluvia.
The excursion planned for tomorrow was canceled due to the rain.
Su discurso fue muy planeado, no dijo nada espontáneo.
His speech was very planned; he didn't say anything spontaneous.
Tenemos unas vacaciones planeadas en la playa para agosto.
We have a planned vacation at the beach for August.
Agreement Rule
As an adjective, 'planeado' must change its ending to match the person or thing it describes: 'planeada' (f. singular), 'planeados' (m. plural), 'planeadas' (f. plural).
Adjective Placement
It usually comes after the noun it describes, emphasizing that the noun has the quality of being planned: 'la boda planeada' (the planned wedding).
The 'Perfect' Helper
This form ('planeado') is used with the verb 'haber' (to have) to talk about actions completed in the past, like 'He planeado' (I have planned).
It Stays the Same
When used with 'haber' to form perfect tenses, 'planeado' never changes its ending. It always stays 'planeado,' regardless of who is performing the action. (e.g., 'Ellas han planeado', 'Yo he planeado').
Ignoring Gender
Mistake: “La fiesta planeado.”
Correction: La fiesta planeada. (Since 'fiesta' is feminine, the adjective must also be feminine.)
Mistake with 'Haber'
Mistake: “Hemos planeados la fiesta.”
Correction: Hemos planeado la fiesta. (The participle is invariable when used with 'haber'.)
programado
/pro-gra-MA-do//pɾoɣɾaˈmaðo/
Examples
El vuelo está programado para salir a las 8 AM.
The flight is scheduled to depart at 8 AM.
El examen está programado para las diez de la mañana.
The exam is scheduled for ten in the morning.
Tenemos un viaje programado para el próximo mes.
We have a trip planned for next month.
Matching the word to the object
Since this acts like an adjective here, the ending changes to 'programada' if you are talking about something feminine, like 'una reunión' (a meeting).
diseñado
/dee-seh-nyah-doh//diseˈɲaðo/
Examples
Este software está diseñado para facilitar la contabilidad.
This software is designed to facilitate accounting.
Este coche está diseñado para la velocidad.
This car is designed for speed.
Es un programa bien diseñado.
It is a well-designed program.
Matching the Ending
Even though this word ends in '-o', it must change to '-a' if you are describing something feminine, like 'la casa diseñada'.
Using the wrong 'to be'
Mistake: “Soy diseñado para esto.”
Correction: Estoy diseñado para esto.
Choosing between 'planeado' and 'programado'
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