Phrase guide

prompt engineering

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The technique of formulating instructions (prompts) for a generative AI, in order that it produce the expected output.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: neologism, uncountable

Qualifier: artificial intelligence

Topics: engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, technology

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: prompt crafting, prompt design

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Likely coined in 2020 by AI researcher Gwern Branwen.

Across languages

Translations

6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: kehotesuunnittelu — Translations
  • Finnish: kehotemuotoilu — Translations
  • Finnish: syötesuunnittelu — Translations
  • Polish: inżynieria podpowiedzi — Translations
  • Spanish: ingeniería en instrucciones — Translations
  • Spanish: ingeniería de instrucción — Translations