adenda
/aˈdenda/feminine
The English phrase addendum is translated into Spanish as adenda. It is also spelled addenda.
Meaning: something to be added (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| adenda | /aˈdenda/ | feminine |
| addenda | /aˈdenda/ | feminine, alternative form |
The term refers to something that is added to a document, such as an addition or an amendment. It is primarily used in formal, legal or academic contexts.
Which one should you use?
adenda is the standard spelling, while addenda is an alternative spelling of the same word.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Latin America, the English word addendum is generally translated as either anexo or adenda.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of adenda is adendas.
How do you pronounce it?
/aˈdenda/
Did you know?
- Unlike the English word 'addendum', which can be used colloquially to describe a late addition to a story, adenda in Spanish remains strictly formal and is almost never used in casual conversation.
- In Spanish, adenda is a feminine noun, unlike its Latin root addenda, which is the neuter plural of addendum.
- While adenda is used in legal contexts, Spanish speakers often use anexo for physical attachments like maps or charts, as adenda typically implies a change or correction to the existing text.
Examples in context
- Adjunto el anexo al contrato.Please find attached the addendum to the contract.
- Es necesario incluir una adenda al acuerdo.We need to include an addendum to the agreement.
- Adjunto el apéndice al contrato.Please find attached the addendum to the contract. (Spain)
- La adenda contiene detalles nuevos.The addendum contains new details.
- Debes incluir una adenda al final.You must include an addendum at the end.
- Escribí una adenda para el contrato.I wrote an addendum for the contract.
Example conversation
María and Alejandro are reviewing a business document in an office.
- María¿Ya revisaste la adenda, Alejandro?Have you reviewed the addendum yet, Alejandro?
- AlejandroNo, todavía no he leído la adenda.No, I haven't read the addendum yet.
- MaríaEs una adenda muy importante para el proyecto.It is a very important addendum for the project.
- AlejandroEntendido, la leeré ahora mismo.Understood, I will read it right now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “addendum” translations and entries adenda, addenda, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
