actualización de software
/aɡtwaliθaˈθjon de ˈsofdw̝eɾ/word by word
The English phrase "software update" is actualización de software in Spanish.
This phrase refers to a new version of a computer program that adds features or fixes problems. You might also use the verb form actualizar el software to express the action of performing a software update.
What does it mean word for word?
The word actualización is derived from the adjective actual (current/present), literally meaning the act of making something current.
Which one should you use?
You may also encounter the formal variants Actualización del software and Actualización del programa.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the formal phrases Actualización de software and Actualización del programa are used.
How do you pronounce it?
/aɡtwaliθaˈθjon de ˈsofdw̝eɾ/
Did you know?
- While 'software' is widely used, some highly formal or academic Spanish texts may prefer the term soporte lógico to describe the same concept. This term translates literally to 'logical support'.
- In many Spanish-speaking regions, you might encounter the phrase puesta al día to describe an update. This translates literally to 'putting up to the day'.
- While actualización is used for 'update', the adjective actual means 'current' or 'present' rather than 'actual' in the sense of 'real'. Using it to mean 'real' is a common mistake known as a false friend.
Examples in context
- ¿Has hecho una actualización de software recientemente?Have you done a software update recently?
- La actualización del programa es fundamental para mejorar su eficiencia y seguridadThe software update is crucial to improve its efficiency and security
- Necesito una actualización de software para mi teléfono.I need a software update for my phone.
- La actualización de software está tardando mucho.The software update is taking a long time.
- Instalé la nueva actualización de software esta mañana.I installed the new software update this morning.
Example conversation
Daniel is asking María for help with his laptop.
- Daniel¿Me ayudas con esta actualización de software?Can you help me with this software update?
- MaríaClaro, Daniel, solo tienes que hacer clic aquí.Sure, Daniel, you just have to click here.
- DanielGracias, María, no sabía cómo hacerlo.Thanks, María, I didn't know how to do it.
- MaríaNo hay problema, es muy sencillo.No problem, it is very simple.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (actualización, de, software) and can differ in connected speech.
