Ejecuta (en. Execute)

/e.xe.kjuˈta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Carry out an action, operation, or task.
The software automatically executes updates.
El software ejecuta automáticamente las actualizaciones.
Comply with what is established or commanded.
She executes the boss's orders without hesitation.
Ella ejecuta las órdenes del jefe sin dudar.
Perform a specific action in the field of programming.
The program executes the code we have provided.
El programa ejecuta el código que le hemos proporcionado.

Etymology

From the Latin 'exsecuere', which means 'to follow' or 'to carry out'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

execute a plan
Carry out a strategy or project.
ejecutar un plan
execute a program
Make software work or execute.
ejecutar un programa
execute orders
Carry out what has been commanded.
ejecutar órdenes

Related Words

execution
Action of executing something.
ejecución
executor
Person who executes a will or mandate.
executor
executive
One who carries out directive or management actions.
ejecutivo

Slang Meanings

Do something quickly.
Let's execute that task at once.
Vamos a ejecutar esa tarea de una vez.
Take advantage of an opportunity.
You have to execute while the offer is available.
Tienes que ejecutar mientras la oferta esté disponible.