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How to Say "upgrading" in Spanish

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mejorando

/meh-ho-RAHN-doh//me.xo.ˈɾan.do/

verbA2general
Use 'mejorando' when referring to the ongoing process of making something better, whether it's a skill, a situation, or a physical object, implying a gradual positive change.
A vibrant green plant growing taller and healthier in a pot, with new bright leaves sprouting.

Examples

Mi conexión a internet está mejorando poco a poco.

My internet connection is improving little by little.

Mi español está mejorando mucho gracias a esta aplicación.

My Spanish is improving a lot thanks to this app.

Sigue practicando; vas mejorando poco a poco.

Keep practicing; you are getting better bit by bit.

Estamos mejorando el diseño de la casa.

We are improving the design of the house.

The '-ing' form

In Spanish, adding '-ando' to a verb that ends in '-ar' is like adding '-ing' in English. It describes an action that is happening right now.

Pairing with 'Estar'

We usually use 'mejorando' with the verb 'estar' (to be) to say someone is currently in the process of getting better.

Using it as a noun

Mistake: “Mejorando es importante.”

Correction: Mejorar es importante.

modernización

nounB1formal
Choose 'modernización' when specifically discussing the process of updating equipment, systems, or infrastructure to a more current or advanced state.

Examples

La modernización de la flota de autobuses es necesaria.

The modernization of the bus fleet is necessary.

Mejorando vs. Modernización

Learners often confuse these by using 'mejorando' (improving) when a specific 'modernización' (modernization) of systems or equipment is intended. Remember, 'mejorando' is about general betterment, while 'modernización' refers to updating to newer standards.

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