proyectar (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

• Verb (transitive and intransitive)

Phonetic Transcription

• /pɾo.jekˈtaɾ/

Translation Options into English

• To project
• To plan
• To throw
• To forecast

Meaning and Use

The verb proyectar primarily means to project, which can refer to various contexts, including making plans for the future, casting an image onto a surface (like in visuals), or throwing an object. In economics and business, it often refers to making forecasts based on data analysis and expected trends.

• Frequency of Use: "Proyectar" is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, especially in academic, business, and technical discussions.

Example Sentences

1. Proyectar un futuro brillante requiere esfuerzo y dedicación.

2. Projecting a bright future requires effort and dedication.

3. La empresa espera proyectar un crecimiento del 10% este año.

4. The company expects to project a 10% growth this year.

5. Es necesario proyectar los resultados antes de lanzar el nuevo producto.

6. It is necessary to project the results before launching the new product.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "proyectar" itself may not be as frequently found in set idiomatic expressions, it is often used in phrases related to planning and analysis, particularly in business or technical sectors.

1. Proyectar en grande.
2. To project big.
3. Es importante proyectar en grande si queremos alcanzar nuestras metas.

4. It's important to project big if we want to achieve our goals.

5. Proyectar la imagen de la empresa.

6. To project the company's image.
7. Debemos proyectar la imagen de la empresa con profesionalidad.

8. We must project the company's image professionally.

9. Proyectar una idea.

10. To project an idea.
11. Voy a proyectar una idea innovadora en la reunión de mañana.
12. I’m going to project an innovative idea at tomorrow's meeting.

Etymology

The word “proyectar” comes from the Latin proiectare, which means “to throw forward”. This reflects its various meanings related to throwing, projecting, or planning ahead.

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms:
• Planificar (to plan)
• Pronosticar (to forecast)

• Lanzar (to launch - in the context of throwing)

• Antonyms:

• Retraer (to retract)
• Ocultar (to hide)
• Descartar (to discard)