disciplina
/disθiˈplina/feminine
The English phrase 'discipline' can be translated into Spanish as disciplina.
The word disciplina is used in two ways: to refer to a person's self-control and to describe a specific field of study or branch of knowledge. For the verb meaning to train someone through instruction and practice, you can use disciplinar.
Meaning: controlled behaviour, self-control (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun disciplina is feminine, so it is preceded by the feminine article la to form la disciplina. To describe a person as 'disciplined', use the adjective disciplinado for a male or disciplinada for a female.
How do you pronounce it?
/disθiˈplina/
Did you know?
- In Spanish sporting contexts, disciplina refers specifically to a sport or event rather than just a field of study. For example, an athlete might compete in multiple disciplinas during the Olympics.
- The word disciplina shares its Latin roots with the English word 'disciple', emphasizing that the concept is rooted in the idea of being a learner or a follower.
- While disciplina can mean self-control, the phrase poner disciplina is often used by parents or teachers to mean establishing a set of rules or 'laying down the law'.
Examples in context
- Tom carece de disciplina.Tom lacks discipline.This sentence shows how to use disciplina to indicate a lack of self-control.Tatoeba #1489121 by hayastan, translation #1488694 by Spamster
- La economía es una disciplina muy amplia.Economics is a very broad discipline.This sentence demonstrates using disciplina to refer to a field of study.Tatoeba #13439257 by Seael, translation #11576883 by Amastan
- El éxito se basa en una disciplina constante.Discipline is the most important part of success.This sentence shows how disciplina relates to the concept of success.Tatoeba #4553919 by swyter, translation #4543291 by mailohilohi
- La disciplina es fundamental para lograr el éxito en la vidaDiscipline is fundamental to achieve success in life
- El dominio propio es esencial para mantener una conducta adecuadaSelf-discipline is essential to maintain proper behavior
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Example conversation
María and Daniel are discussing their new fitness routine.
- MaríaDaniel, ¿tienes suficiente disciplina para ir al gimnasio?Daniel, do you have enough discipline to go to the gym?
- DanielA veces me cuesta, pero lo intento.Sometimes it is hard for me, but I try.
- MaríaLa disciplina te ayudará a ver resultados.Discipline will help you see results.
- DanielTienes razón, María. Empezaré mañana mismo.You are right, María. I will start tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “discipline” translations and entries disciplina, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries disciplina, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
