instrucciones paso a paso
/instɾuɡθjones paso a paso/from spelling rules
The English phrase "step by step instructions" is translated into Spanish as instrucciones paso a paso.
This phrase is used to describe detailed directions that explain a process through a specific sequence of individual stages. When explaining these stages, you can use transitional words to connect the steps, such as Primero (First), Luego (Then), Después (After/Then) or Finalmente (Finally).
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase paso a paso is a literal translation of "step by step", where paso means "step".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the term paso a paso is commonly used to express the concept of "step by step".
How does it change in a sentence?
In Spanish, the adjective phrase paso a paso follows the noun instrucciones and does not change its form to agree in number.
How do you pronounce it?
/instɾuɡθjones paso a paso/
Did you know?
- While it means 'step' today, the root of paso comes from the Latin passus, which literally meant 'spread out' or 'stretch'. This described the physical action of extending one's leg to take a stride.
- While paso a paso is used for instructions, Spanish speakers often use poco a poco to describe doing something 'bit by bit' or gradually.
- Beyond technical directions, you can use paso a paso as a standalone phrase to describe a steady, cautious approach to life or a difficult task, much like the English 'one step at a time'.
Examples in context
- Utiliza este manual para seguir las instrucciones paso a paso del proceso.Use this manual to follow the step by step instructions of the process.
- Siga este procedimiento paso a paso para completar el informe.Follow this step-by-step procedure to complete the report.
- Aquí tienes los pasos detallados para hacer una deliciosa torta de chocolate.Here are the detailed steps to make a delicious chocolate cake.
- Te daré una explicación paso a paso de cómo utilizar esta aplicación móvil.I'll give you a step-by-step explanation of how to use this mobile app.
- Luego, añade los líquidos y mezcla bien.Then, add the liquids and mix well.
- Después, vierte la masa en el molde preparado.Afterwards, pour the batter into the prepared mold.
- Finalmente, hornea a 180 grados durante 30 minutos.Finally, bake at 180 degrees for 30 minutes.
- Sigue estas instrucciones paso a paso para montar el mueble.Follow these step by step instructions to assemble the furniture.
- Necesito instrucciones paso a paso para armar esto.I need step by step instructions to assemble this.
- El manual incluye instrucciones paso a paso muy claras.The manual includes very clear step by step instructions.
- Sigue las instrucciones paso a paso para no fallar.Follow the step by step instructions so you don't fail.
Example conversation
Javier and María are cooking a new recipe together.
- JavierMaría, ¿tienes las instrucciones paso a paso de la receta?María, do you have the step by step instructions for the recipe?
- MaríaSí, Javier, están aquí en mi teléfono.Yes, Javier, they are here on my phone.
- JavierPor favor, léelas en voz alta para mí.Please read them out loud for me.
- MaríaEstá bien, voy a leer las instrucciones paso a paso.Okay, I am going to read the step by step instructions.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries a, paso, CC BY-SA 4.0.
