How to Say "to feature" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “to feature” is “incluir” — use 'incluir' when something is presented or shown as a part of a larger whole, like an item on a bill or a component in a product.
incluir
een-cloo-EERin.klu'ir
Examples
El precio incluye el desayuno.
The price includes breakfast.
La cuenta del restaurante ya incluye la propina.
The restaurant bill already includes the tip.
El viaje incluye el hotel y las comidas.
The trip includes the hotel and meals.
Asegúrate de incluir todos tus datos en el formulario.
Make sure to include all your details in the form.
The 'Y' Rule
For this verb, when the letter 'i' ends up between two vowels, it turns into a 'y'. That's why we say 'incluyo' instead of 'incluio'.
Personal 'A' with People
When you are including a person or a pet, you must use the word 'a' after the verb, like 'Incluyo a mi hermano' (I include my brother).
The Gerund Spelling
Mistake: “incluiendo”
Correction: incluyendo. Remember that the 'i' changes to 'y' when it is between the 'u' and the 'e'.
Confusing it with 'meter'
Mistake: “Incluí la llave en el bolsillo.”
Correction: Metí la llave en el bolsillo. Use 'incluir' for lists or concepts, and 'meter' for physically putting things inside.
figurar
fee-goo-RARfi.ɣuˈɾaɾ
Examples
Tu nombre no figura en la lista de invitados.
Your name does not appear on the guest list.
Muchos actores famosos figuran en los créditos finales.
Many famous actors appear in the end credits.
Ese artículo figura como el más leído del mes.
That article is listed as the most read of the month.
Use with 'en'
When saying something 'appears' in a place like a book or list, always use 'en' (in/on).
Stating Identity
Use 'como' (as) after the verb to explain what role or title someone has on a document.
English False Friend Confusion
Mistake: “Using 'figurar' to mean 'solving a math problem' (figuring out).”
Correction: Use 'resolver' or 'descifrar' for 'figuring out.' 'Figurar' means to be physically or symbolically present.
aparecer
ah-pah-reh-SEHRapaɾeˈseɾ
Examples
Su nombre no aparece en la lista de invitados.
Her name does not feature (or appear) on the guest list.
El acusado debe aparecer ante el juez mañana por la mañana.
The defendant must appear before the judge tomorrow morning.
El artículo sobre el cambio climático apareció en todos los periódicos.
The article about climate change was published in all the newspapers.
Use with Preposition 'En'
When 'aparecer' means 'to be listed' or 'to feature,' it almost always uses the preposition 'en' (in/on): Aparecer en el periódico, aparecer en la foto.
Figurar vs. Aparecer
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