How to Say “I Plan” in Spanish

planeo
/planeo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "I plan" is translated into Spanish as planeo.
planeo is used to express that you intend to do something in the future.

Which one should you use?

planeo is typically used when you are referring to specific intentions or arrangements. In contrast, the word pienso (meaning "I think" or "I intend") is often used more broadly to describe general intentions or the act of thinking about doing something.

How does it change in a sentence?

planeo is the first-person singular present indicative form of the verb planear.

How do you pronounce it?

/planeo/

Did you know?

  • The verb planear is a homonym with another meaning: it can also mean 'to glide' or 'to soar' like a bird or a glider plane.
  • The verb planear shares a common ancestor with the English word 'plain', as both stem from the Latin 'planus' meaning 'flat' or 'level'.
  • While planeo is used for intentions, Spanish speakers often use the phrase tengo planeado to sound more natural when discussing established arrangements.

Examples in context

  • Planeo almorzar con él.
    I plan to have lunch with him.
    This sentence is useful for showing how to use planeo to express a plan for lunch.
    Tatoeba #1667355 by marcelostockle, translation #1456811 by CH
  • Planeo vivir cien años.
    I plan to live to be a hundred.
    This sentence shows how to use planeo to express a long-term life goal.
    Tatoeba #5660999 by arh, translation #5649216 by CK
  • Planeo vivir en la ciudad.
    I plan to live in the city.
    This sentence demonstrates using planeo to express an intention regarding where to live.
    Tatoeba #1590172 by teskmon, translation #460931 by blay_paul
  • Tengo la intención de visitar España el próximo verano.
    I plan to visit Spain next summer.
  • Tengo la intención de estudiar medicina en la universidad.
    I plan to study medicine at university.
  • Planeo viajar por América Latina el próximo año.
    I plan to travel through Latin America next year.
  • Planeo asistir a la conferencia internacional.
    I plan to attend the international conference.
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Example conversation

Daniel and Elena are discussing their upcoming weekend.

  1. Daniel

    Planeo ir a la playa este fin de semana.
    I plan to go to the beach this weekend.
  2. Elena

    ¿Quieres que te acompañe, Daniel?
    Do you want me to go with you, Daniel?
  3. Daniel

    Sí, me encantaría.
    Yes, I would love that.
  4. Elena

    Perfecto, entonces nos vemos el sábado.
    Perfect, then I will see you on Saturday.

Sources

  • IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
  • Word origins: Wiktionary entries planeo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
  • Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
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