Planear (en. Plan)
/pla'near/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To establish a scheme or strategy to achieve a goal.
It is important to plan the project before starting.
Es importante planear el proyecto antes de comenzar.
To organize or schedule future activities.
We are going to plan our vacation in advance.
Vamos a planear nuestras vacaciones con anticipación.
To imagine or design something in advance.
She planned her career from a young age.
Ella planeó su carrera desde joven.
Etymology
From Latin 'planare', which means 'to make flat'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to plan for the long term
To develop strategies or actions that will be carried out in the distant future.
planear a largo plazo
to plan a meeting
To organize a gathering among several people.
planear una reunión
to plan a trip
To design the details of a future trip.
planear un viaje
Related Words
plan
A scheme or project designed to achieve a goal.
plan
project
A set of organized activities and tasks to achieve a specific outcome.
proyecto
strategy
An action plan designed to achieve a long-term goal.
estrategia
Slang Meanings
To make a plan in an improvised manner.
Let's quickly plan something for tonight.
Vamos a planear algo rápido para esta noche.
To put together a secret plan.
They are planning a surprise for her.
Están planeando una sorpresa para ella.