Contraseña (en. Password)

/kon.tɾaˈse.ɲa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A series of characters used to authenticate a person in a system.
You must enter your password to access your account.
Debes ingresar tu contraseña para acceder a tu cuenta.
Security elements that protect sensitive information.
The password must include letters and numbers.
La contraseña debe incluir letras y números.
A means to ensure the confidentiality of information.
Changing the password regularly is a good security practice.
Cambiar la contraseña regularmente es una buena práctica de seguridad.

Etymology

From Latin 'contrasēgna', meaning 'opposite sign'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Recover password
Process to reset the forgotten password.
recuperar contraseña
Secure password
A password that is difficult to guess and meets security criteria.
contraseña segura
Change password
Update the password to a new one.
cambiar contraseña

Related Words

Key
Codes that allow access to reserved information.
clave
User
Person who uses a system or service.
usuario

Slang Meanings

Password
Don't forget your password for the club.
No olvides tu password para el club.
Key
Give me your key to access the game.
Dame tu clave para acceder al juego.