beneficiario
“beneficiario” means “beneficiary” in Spanish (someone who receives money or an advantage).
beneficiary
Also: recipient, payee
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Debes designar a un beneficiario para tu seguro de vida.
B1You must designate a beneficiary for your life insurance.
Los estudiantes son los principales beneficiarios de estas becas.
B2Students are the main beneficiaries of these scholarships.
La cuenta bancaria tiene dos beneficiarios.
B1The bank account has two beneficiaries.
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If Maria is named in her grandfather's will to receive his house, Maria is the:
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From the Latin 'beneficiarius', which comes from 'beneficium' (a kindness, service, or favor). It is built from 'bene' (well) and 'facere' (to do/make).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'beneficiado' and 'beneficiario'?
A 'beneficiario' is someone officially named to receive something (like in a contract or will). A 'beneficiado' is anyone who has been helped or has benefited from a situation in a more general sense.
Can a company be a 'beneficiario'?
Yes! Organizations and businesses can be named as beneficiaries in legal documents or insurance policies.
Is 'beneficiario' only used for money?
Mostly, yes. It usually refers to financial assets, insurance payouts, or legal rights, but it can also refer to someone getting an educational advantage like a scholarship.