actualizar currículum
/aɡtwaliθaɾ kurikulum/from spelling rules
To update resume in Spanish is actualizar currículum.
This phrase means to add new information or changes to a document that lists your work experience and education. In natural sentences, Spanish speakers almost always include the definite article el before currículum.
Which one should you use?
While actualizar currículum is the standard form, you can also use the abbreviation CV (pronounced as individual letters in Spanish) to say actualizar el CV. This is a very common and acceptable alternative in professional contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
The verb actualizar is a regular -ar verb. For example, if you want to say "I updated the resume", you would use the first-person singular past tense form actualicé el currículum.
Did you know?
- In Spain, a currículum is often expected to include a professional photograph, a custom that is less common or even discouraged in English-speaking countries.
- In many Latin American countries, you may hear the term hoja de vida used instead of currículum to refer to the document itself.
- While actualizar means 'to update', the root word actual is a false friend that means 'current' or 'present' rather than 'factual'.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría actualizar mi currículum vitae para solicitar el puesto.I would like to update my resume to apply for the position.
- Necesito poner al día mi currículum porque estoy buscando un nuevo trabajo.I need to update my resume because I'm looking for a new job.
Example conversation
Javier and Elena are discussing job hunting at a cafe.
- JavierElena, ¿ya terminaste de actualizar currículum?Elena, have you finished updating your resume yet?
- ElenaNo, Javier, todavía me falta agregar mi último curso.No, Javier, I still need to add my last course.
- JavierEs importante actualizar currículum para destacar más.It is important to update your resume to stand out more.
- ElenaTienes razón, lo haré esta misma noche.You are right, I will do it tonight.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
