pitón
/piˈton/
The English word python is translated into Spanish as pitón.
Meaning: A programming language (name)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some Latin American countries, particularly in Mexico, the term Serpiente Pitón is used to refer to the reptile.
How do you pronounce it?
/piˈton/
Did you know?
- While pitón refers to the snake, the word can also mean a 'stud' or 'bolt' in certain engineering contexts in Spanish.
- Spanish uses the word pitón for the snake, but the related word pitonear in some dialects means to peer or spy through a small hole.
- In a technical context, Spanish developers use the English word 'Python' rather than the translation pitón when referring to the programming language.
Examples in context
- ¿Tienen serpientes pitón?Do you have python snakes?This sentence is useful for asking if someone possesses the reptile pitón.Tatoeba #434581 by lukaszpp, translation #434580 by lukaszpp
Example conversation
Two colleagues are discussing a new project at work.
- MaríaJavier, ¿sabes programar en pitón?Javier, do you know how to program in Python?
- JavierSí, lo usé en mi último trabajo.Yes, I used it in my last job.
- MaríaNecesitamos ayuda con un script de pitón.We need help with a Python script.
- JavierYo puedo ayudarte con eso, María.I can help you with that, María.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry pitón, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
