someter
/someˈteɾ/
The English verb 'submit' can be translated into Spanish as someter or entregar.
Meaning: to enter or put forward something for approval, consideration, marking etc. (verb)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| someter | /someˈteɾ/ |
| entregar | /entɾeˈɡaɾ/ |
The translation depends on whether you are handing something in or subjecting someone to an authority. Entregar is used for the act of handing in or turning in documents, assignments or applications. Someter is used when referring to submitting oneself to a process or an authority.
Which one should you use?
Use entregar when you mean to hand in a physical or digital item, such as a report or a resignation. Use someter when you mean to subject someone or something to a process or to bring something under control.
How do you pronounce it?
/someˈteɾ/
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly use someter when they mean to hand in a document. In most contexts involving school or work, entregar is the correct choice.
Did you know?
- While English speakers use 'submit' for both handing in homework and yielding to power, using someter for a school assignment sounds like you are subjecting your essay to physical or psychological torture.
- The Spanish verb someter can be used reflexively as someterse, which means to undergo a medical procedure or a surgery.
- The root of entregar is found in the Latin word 'integer', which refers to something whole or untouched, much like the English word 'integer'.
Examples in context
- Tom decidió entregar su renuncia.Tom decided to submit his resignation.This sentence shows how to use entregar regarding a resignation.Tatoeba #1439718 by marcelostockle, translation #1026515 by CK
- El sitio no me dejaba entregar mi tarea.The website wasn't letting me submit my homework.This sentence shows how to use entregar regarding homework.Tatoeba #11167489 by DJ_Saidez, translation #9662492 by DJ_Saidez
- Debes presentar tu solicitud ante el comité de selecciónYou must submit your application to the selection committee
- Por favor, envíame el informe lo antes posiblePlease submit/send me the report as soon as possible
- Mándame tu propuesta por correo electrónicoSubmit your proposal to me via email
- Por favor, coloca tus respuestas en la carpeta de entregaPlease submit your answers in the submission folder
- Haz clic en 'enviar' para completar tu registroClick on 'submit' to complete your registration
- Asegúrate de entregar el formulario cumplimentado al final de la sesiónMake sure to submit the completed form at the end of the session
- Envíame tu respuesta por correo electrónico antes del viernesSubmit your answer by email before Friday
- Por favor, presenta el proyecto en formato PDFPlease submit the project in PDF format
- Debemos someter el plan al comité hoy.We must submit the plan to the committee today.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are discussing a work proposal.
- MateoVoy a someter mi propuesta al jefe mañana.I am going to submit my proposal to the boss tomorrow.
- LucíaEs una buena idea, Mateo.That is a good idea, Mateo.
- Mateo¿Crees que la aprobará rápidamente?Do you think he will approve it quickly?
- LucíaSí, si el plan es sólido.Yes, if the plan is solid.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “submit” translations and entries someter, entregar, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries entregar, someter, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
