abastecimiento
“abastecimiento” means “supply” in Spanish (the act of providing necessities like food or water).
supply
Also: provisioning, logistics
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El abastecimiento de agua es fundamental para la ciudad.
A2The water supply is fundamental for the city.
Hubo problemas con el abastecimiento de alimentos por la nieve.
B1There were problems with the food supply because of the snow.
La empresa busca mejorar su cadena de abastecimiento global.
B2The company seeks to improve its global supply chain.
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Which of these is the most common translation for 'abastecimiento'?
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Derived from the verb 'abastecer', which comes from the Old Spanish 'bastir' (to build or provide), originally from a Germanic root meaning 'to prepare'.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it different from 'suministro'?
They are very similar. 'Suministro' is often used for utilities like electricity and gas, while 'abastecimiento' is more common for food, water, and general logistics.
Can I use it for my personal shopping?
Not really. It sounds a bit too formal for personal chores. It's usually reserved for cities, companies, or large groups of people.
How do I say 'supply chain'?
In Spanish, we say 'cadena de abastecimiento' or sometimes 'cadena de suministro'.