escritura
/eskɾiˈtuɾa/feminine
The English word 'writing' is translated into Spanish as escritura. Wiktionary also lists escriptura.
Meaning: process of representing a language (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| escritura | /eskɾiˈtuɾa/ | feminine |
| escriptura | /eskɾibˈtuɾa/ | feminine |
escritura refers to the process of representing a language.
Which one should you use?
While escritura refers to the act or system of writing, the word escrito is used to refer to a specific piece of writing, such as a document or a text.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The term redacción is a formal term often used in the context of formal writing such as articles, essays or reports.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, it is common to hear escritura used for the act of writing. Also in Spain, redacción is widely used and escrito is used to describe a written document or text.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun escritura is feminine and requires feminine articles or adjectives.
How do you pronounce it?
/eskɾiˈtuɾa/
Did you know?
- In legal contexts, escritura does not just mean 'writing', but refers specifically to a formal public deed or notary document.
- The word escritura shares its roots with the English word 'scripture', as both descend from the Latin 'scriptura'.
- If you are asked to improve your redacción, a Spanish speaker is not asking you to practice your handwriting, but rather to improve the way you structure your thoughts and sentences.
Examples in context
- Me gusta la escritura.I like writing.This sentence shows how to express a personal preference for escritura.Tatoeba #6600591 by arh, translation #5851859 by CK
- ¡Aborrezco profundamente la escritura formal!I utterly despise formal writing!This sentence illustrates expressing a strong dislike for formal escritura.Tatoeba #2674 by Shishir, translation #1470 by Zifre
- La escritura es un sueño más profundo que la muerte.Writing is a deeper sleep than death.This sentence uses escritura in a metaphorical or poetic context.Tatoeba #975476 by Shishir, translation #975244 by sacredceltic
- La escritura es mi pasiónWriting is my passion
- Ella es una experta en redacciónShe is an expert in writing
- La profesora asignó una composición para mañanaThe teacher assigned a writing piece for tomorrow
- Me gustaría leer tu escritoI would like to read your writing
- Me gusta escribir poemasI enjoy writing poems
- Su texto es realmente buenoYour writing is really good
- 22 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
María and Javier are discussing a calligraphy course.
- María¿Te gusta la escritura artística, Javier?Do you like artistic writing, Javier?
- JavierSí, la escritura manual me relaja mucho.Yes, manual writing relaxes me a lot.
- MaríaYo también prefiero la escritura en papel.I also prefer writing on paper.
- JavierEs verdad, María, tiene un toque especial.It's true, María, it has a special touch.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “writing” translations and entries escritura, escriptura, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries escritura, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
