This page covers key internet-related vocabulary in Spanish, organized into categories like social media, online shopping, cybersecurity, and more. Each category includes examples of how to use the words in context.
Social Media
Social media vocabulary covers terms for platforms, user actions, and content types you’ll encounter when using or discussing social networks in Spanish.
Redes Sociales
This section introduces the names of popular social media platforms and general terms for social networks.
| Spanish | English | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| la red social | social network | Paso mucho tiempo en las redes sociales. | I spend a lot of time on social networks. |
| Tengo una cuenta en Facebook. | I have an account on Facebook. | ||
| Subí una foto a Instagram. | I uploaded a photo to Instagram. | ||
| Leí noticias en Twitter esta mañana. | I read news on Twitter this morning. | ||
| TikTok | TikTok | TikTok es muy popular entre los jóvenes. | TikTok is very popular among young people. |
| Snapchat | Snapchat | Envié un mensaje por Snapchat. | I sent a message on Snapchat. |
| YouTube | YouTube | Vi un video en YouTube anoche. | I watched a video on YouTube last night. |
| la historia | story | Publicó una historia en Instagram. | She posted a story on Instagram. |
| el perfil | profile | Mi perfil es privado. | My profile is private. |
| el seguidor / la seguidora | follower | Tengo 500 seguidores en Twitter. | I have 500 followers on Twitter. |
Acciones en Redes Sociales
These are the common verbs and actions associated with using social media platforms.
| Spanish | English | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| publicar | to post | Voy a publicar una foto nueva. | I’m going to post a new photo. |
| compartir | to share | Compartí el artículo en Facebook. | I shared the article on Facebook. |
| subir | to upload | Subí un video a YouTube. | I uploaded a video to YouTube. |
| comentar | to comment | Comenté en su publicación. | I commented on her post. |
| dar like / me gusta | to like | Le di like a tu foto. | I liked your photo. |
| seguir | to follow | Sigo a muchos artistas en Instagram. | I follow many artists on Instagram. |
| dejar de seguir | to unfollow | Dejé de seguir esa cuenta. | I unfollowed that account. |
| etiquetar | to tag | Me etiquetaron en una foto. | I was tagged in a photo. |
| responder | to reply | Respondí a todos los comentarios. | I replied to all the comments. |
| actualizar | to update | Actualicé mi estado en Facebook. | I updated my status on Facebook. |
Online Shopping
Online shopping vocabulary includes words for browsing, buying, and payment processes on e-commerce websites.
Compras en Línea
This section covers common terms for shopping online, including product types, shopping actions, and payment methods.
| Spanish | English | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| la tienda en línea | online store | Compré zapatos en una tienda en línea. | I bought shoes in an online store. |
| el carrito de compras | shopping cart | Añadí el producto al carrito de compras. | I added the product to the shopping cart. |
| el pedido | order | Mi pedido llegó ayer. | My order arrived yesterday. |
| pagar | to pay | Pagué con tarjeta de crédito. | I paid with a credit card. |
| la tarjeta de crédito | credit card | Usé mi tarjeta de crédito para pagar. | I used my credit card to pay. |
| el envío | shipping | El envío es gratuito. | Shipping is free. |
| la factura | invoice | Recibí la factura por correo electrónico. | I received the invoice by email. |
| el descuento | discount | Aproveché un descuento del 20%. | I took advantage of a 20% discount. |
| la devolución | return | Hice una devolución porque no me quedó. | I made a return because it didn’t fit me. |
| el seguimiento | tracking | Hice el seguimiento de mi paquete. | I tracked my package. |
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity vocabulary introduces words related to online safety, privacy, and protecting your information.
Seguridad en Internet
These terms help you talk about keeping your data safe and avoiding common online threats.
| Spanish | English | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| la contraseña | password | Cambié mi contraseña ayer. | I changed my password yesterday. |
| la privacidad | privacy | Me preocupo por mi privacidad en línea. | I’m concerned about my online privacy. |
| el antivirus | antivirus | Instalé un antivirus en mi computadora. | I installed antivirus software on my computer. |
| el hacker | hacker | Un hacker intentó acceder a mi cuenta. | A hacker tried to access my account. |
| el virus | virus | Mi computadora tiene un virus. | My computer has a virus. |
| el firewall | firewall | El firewall protege la red. | The firewall protects the network. |
| la autenticación de dos factores | two-factor authentication | Activé la autenticación de dos factores. | I enabled two-factor authentication. |
| el phishing | phishing | Recibí un correo de phishing. | I received a phishing email. |
| el bloqueo | lockout | Mi cuenta fue bloqueada por seguridad. | My account was locked for security. |
| la actualización de seguridad | security update | Instalé la última actualización de seguridad. | I installed the latest security update. |
Communication Tools
Communication tools vocabulary includes words for the apps and features used for messaging, video calls, and staying in touch online.
Herramientas de Comunicación
These are the most common terms you’ll need for talking about online communication beyond social media.
| Spanish | English | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| el correo electrónico | Envié un correo electrónico a mi jefe. | I sent an email to my boss. | |
| el mensaje | message | Recibí un mensaje por WhatsApp. | I received a message on WhatsApp. |
| el chat | chat | Tuvimos un chat grupal anoche. | We had a group chat last night. |
| la videollamada | video call | Hicimos una videollamada por Zoom. | We had a video call on Zoom. |
| Uso WhatsApp para comunicarme con amigos. | I use WhatsApp to communicate with friends. | ||
| Skype | Skype | Tengo una reunión en Skype a las 3 pm. | I have a Skype meeting at 3 pm. |
| el archivo adjunto | attachment | Envié el archivo adjunto por correo. | I sent the attachment by email. |
| el buzón de entrada | inbox | Mi buzón de entrada está lleno. | My inbox is full. |
| responder | to reply | Respondí el correo rápidamente. | I replied to the email quickly. |
| enviar | to send | Envié un mensaje hace diez minutos. | I sent a message ten minutes ago. |
Internet Basics
This final category covers foundational words for understanding and navigating the internet in any context.
Conceptos Básicos de Internet
These basic terms form the backbone of internet-related vocabulary in Spanish.
| Spanish | English | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| el internet | the internet | El internet cambia la forma de comunicarnos. | The internet changes the way we communicate. |
| la página web | website | Visité una página web interesante. | I visited an interesting website. |
| el enlace / el link | link | Haz clic en el enlace para más información. | Click the link for more information. |
| el navegador | browser | Uso Chrome como navegador. | I use Chrome as my browser. |
| buscar | to search | Busqué información en Google. | I searched for information on Google. |
| la búsqueda | search | La búsqueda fue rápida. | The search was fast. |
| descargar | to download | Descargué un archivo adjunto. | I downloaded an attachment. |
| subir | to upload | Subí un documento a la nube. | I uploaded a document to the cloud. |
| la nube | the cloud | Guardo mis archivos en la nube. | I save my files in the cloud. |
| el usuario / la usuaria | user | El usuario olvidó su contraseña. | The user forgot their password. |
Conclusion
This Internet Terms page provides a comprehensive overview of the most important Spanish vocabulary needed for online communication, shopping, and safety. Use these words and examples to help you navigate the digital world in Spanish with confidence.
I uploaded a photo to Instagram.
Subí una foto a Instagram.
The example is specific to Instagram: ‘Subí una foto a Instagram.’
I commented on her post.
Comenté en su publicación.
The verb ‘comentar’ means ‘to comment,’ so the correct sentence is ‘Comenté en su publicación.’
I paid with a credit card.
Pagué con tarjeta de crédito.
‘Tarjeta de crédito’ means ‘credit card,’ so the sentence is ‘Pagué con tarjeta de crédito.’
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- English: social network
- English Example: I spend a lot of time on social networks.
Last updated: Wed Jun 18, 2025
