configuración
/konfiɡuɾaθjon/from spelling rules
The English word 'setup' can be translated into Spanish as configuración.
Configuración is a formal word used when setting up software, devices or technological systems. Depending on the context, other words may be more appropriate: Instalación is a formal way to refer to the process or act of setting up something, such as a system or equipment, while Preparación can convey the concept of setup in specific contexts, such as setting up events.
Meaning: The fashion in which something is organized or arranged (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/konfiɡuɾaθjon/
Did you know?
- In some contexts, a 'setup' meant as a trick or a frame-up is not translated as configuración but as trampa, meaning 'trap'.
- In a casual setting, if a Spaniard wants to talk about the 'setup' of a room or a situation, they might use puesta en escena, which literally means 'putting on stage'.
- When referring to the 'setup' of a computer's hardware, Spanish speakers may use arquitectura to describe the overall structural arrangement.
Examples in context
- La instalación del sistema de seguridad fue un éxitoThe setup of the security system was a success
- La configuración de la computadora es sencillaThe computer setup is simple
- La preparación de la sala para la conferencia tomó horasThe setup of the conference room took hours
- El montaje de la fiesta estuvo genialThe party setup was great
- La puesta en marcha del nuevo sistema ha sido todo un desafíoThe setup of the new system has been quite a challenge
- Vamos a armar el campamento antes de que anochezcaLet's set up the camp before it gets dark
- La configuración del sistema es muy compleja.The system configuration is very complex.
- Me gusta la configuración de este escritorio.I like the setup of this desk.
- Necesitamos cambiar la configuración de la red.We need to change the network configuration.
Example conversation
Alejandro is helping Sofía with her new computer workstation.
- Sofía¿Me ayudas con la configuración de mi equipo?Can you help me with my equipment setup?
- AlejandroClaro, Sofía, dime qué necesitas.Of course, Sofía, tell me what you need.
- SofíaNo entiendo esta configuración de pantalla.I don't understand this screen setup.
- AlejandroNo te preocupes, lo arreglaremos ahora.Don't worry, we will fix it now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
