Inklingo

asesor

/ah-seh-SOR/

advisor

A professional person in a suit leaning over a table to point at a colorful map for another person.

An 'asesor' provides expert guidance and advice to others.

asesor(noun)

mB1

advisor

?

someone who gives expert advice

,

consultant

?

a professional hired for expert knowledge

Also:

counselor

?

legal or specialized guidance

📝 In Action

Necesito hablar con mi asesor financiero antes de comprar la casa.

B1

I need to talk to my financial advisor before buying the house.

El presidente tiene un grupo de asesores muy capaces.

B2

The president has a group of very capable advisors.

Ella trabaja como asesora de imagen para celebridades.

B1

She works as an image consultant for celebrities.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • consultor (consultant)
  • consejero (counselor/advisor)

Antonyms

  • aprendiz (apprentice/learner)

Common Collocations

  • asesor fiscaltax advisor
  • asesor legallegal advisor
  • asesor de ventassales consultant

💡 Grammar Points

People words and gender

Even though this entry is for the masculine 'asesor,' you simply add an 'a' at the end ('asesora') when talking about a woman.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Don't confuse with 'advice'

Mistake: "Using 'asesor' to mean the tip or advice itself."

Correction: Use 'asesor' for the PERSON and 'consejo' or 'asesoramiento' for the actual advice they give.

⭐ Usage Tips

Professional context

Use 'asesor' when the person is a professional or expert. For a friend giving casual advice, 'amigo' or 'consejero' is more natural.

A small group of people sitting in a circle of chairs, one person holding a clipboard and listening intently.

The word 'asesor' can describe an advisory role focused on providing guidance.

asesor(adjective)

mB2

advisory

?

describing a role that provides guidance

Also:

consulting

?

related to professional consulting services

📝 In Action

El comité asesor se reunirá el próximo lunes.

B2

The advisory committee will meet next Monday.

Ella realiza labores asesoras en la empresa.

C1

She performs advisory duties at the company.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • consultivo (consultative)

Common Collocations

  • cuerpo asesoradvisory body
  • servicio asesoradvisory service

💡 Grammar Points

Matching the noun

When using this as a descriptive word, make sure it matches the thing it describes. For a feminine group, use 'asesora' (e.g., 'la junta asesora').

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: asesor

Question 1 of 2

Which of these people is an 'asesor fiscal'?

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Word Family

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an 'asesor' and a 'consultor'?

They are very similar! An 'asesor' often has a more long-term relationship providing ongoing guidance, while a 'consultor' is often hired for a specific, short-term project to solve a particular problem.

Can I use 'asesor' for a school counselor?

Usually, school counselors are called 'orientadores.' 'Asesor' is mostly used for business, finance, or technical experts.