Spanish word

plataforma

Pronunciation

IPA/plataˈfoɾma/

Meaning

  • feminine nounplatform

Example

Esta plataforma permite compartir fotos con amigos.

This platform allows sharing photos with friends.

Illustration for plataforma (platform)

More examples

Subió a la plataforma para dar su discurso.

He climbed onto the platform to give his speech.

Core concept

Flat raised surface supporting people or objects.

Common phrases

  • plataforma online

    online platform

  • plataforma educativa

    educational platform

Similar words

sitio: Web location or page where specific information or content appears.
portal: Website that serves as an entry point to multiple services and information.
servicio: Specific function or assistance that users receive from a provider or tool.
aplicación: Software for phones or computers that performs particular tasks or functions.

Definition in Spanish

Estructura plana que sirve de base para personas u objetos; por extensión, conjunto organizado de recursos, servicios o sistemas que sostienen una actividad o proyecto.

Word origin

The word comes from French plate-forme, from Old French plat 'flat' plus forme 'shape', originally meaning 'flat shape'.

Usage tips

  • Spanish normally uses andén for a train platform, and plataforma is often qualified (for example plataforma digital or plataforma electoral) when it means an online service or a political program.

Other meanings

  • stagenoun
  • political platformnoun

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