Spanish Conversation · Level 92
60 words
Spanish word
ejecutar
Pronunciation
IPA/exekuˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbcarry out
Example
Tenemos que ejecutar el plan hoy.
We have to carry out the plan today.
More examples
La policía debe ejecutar la orden inmediatamente.
The police must carry out the order immediately.
Core concept
A person ticking the final box on a project checklist.
Common phrases
ejecutar un plan
carry out a plan
ejecutar una orden
carry out an order
ejecutar una tarea
carry out a task
Similar words
realizar: Brings an intended plan into reality by performing the necessary steps.
hacer: Takes action or performs something without specifying planning or formality.
llevar a cabo: Brings a plan or project to its final, completed state.
cumplir: Honors commitments or complies with obligations.
Definition in Spanish
Completar o llevar a cabo un plan, proyecto o instrucción.
Word origin
From Latin exsequi 'follow out' via medieval Latin executare, Spanish ejecutar takes the sense of carrying an order or plan to completion.
Usage tips
- In legal or military contexts ejecutar often refers to enforcement or carrying out sentences, so it can sound strong in casual speech and speakers often prefer realizar or llevar a cabo.