código de seguridad
/kodiɡo de seɡuɾidad/from spelling rules
The English phrase "security code" is translated into Spanish as código de seguridad.
código de seguridad refers to a secret sequence of numbers or letters used to verify a user's identity or grant access to a system.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of código (code), de (of) and seguridad (security).
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, only the noun código changes to códigos. The modifier de seguridad remains singular.
How do you pronounce it?
/kodiɡo de seɡuɾidad/
Did you know?
- The word código has an ancient connection to nature, as it derives from the Latin caudex, which originally meant the trunk of a tree. This reflects how information was once recorded on wooden tablets.
- The word seguro is a homonym in Spanish. Depending on the context, it can describe someone who is 'confident', a place that is 'safe', or a financial 'insurance' policy.
- While código de seguridad is technically correct, many people will simply ask for your clave when referring to a password or PIN. This literally translates to 'key', treating the code as the tool that unlocks the system.
Examples in context
- Para acceder a su cuenta, necesitará ingresar el código de seguridad.To access your account, you will need to enter the security code.
- Introduce el código de seguridad.Enter the security code.
- ¿Cuál es el código de seguridad?What is the security code?
- El código de seguridad no funciona.The security code is not working.
Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are trying to access a digital file at home.
- MateoElena, ¿tienes el código de seguridad?Elena, do you have the security code?
- ElenaSí, lo tengo aquí.Yes, I have it here.
- MateoPruébalo para ver si abre el archivo.Try it to see if it opens the file.
- ElenaPerfecto, ya entramos.Perfect, we are in now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries código, de, seguridad, CC BY-SA 4.0.
