comisionado
“comisionado” means “commissioner” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
commissioner, delegate
Also: envoy
📝 In Action
El comisionado de derechos humanos investigará las denuncias.
B2The human rights commissioner will investigate the complaints.
Nombraron un comisionado especial para supervisar la obra.
C1They appointed a special delegate to oversee the work.
commissioned
Also: delegated, appointed
📝 In Action
El estudio fue comisionado por el ministerio de salud.
B1The study was commissioned by the ministry of health.
Estamos comisionados para encontrar una solución.
B2We are commissioned (or delegated) to find a solution.
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Words that translate to "comisionado" in Spanish:
appointed→commissioned→commissioner→delegate→delegated→envoy→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: comisionado
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'comisionado' as a noun?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the verb 'comisionar', which itself derives from the Latin root *commissio*, meaning 'a sending together' or 'a charge/mandate'. It originally referred to the act of entrusting someone with a specific duty.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'comisionado' and 'comisión'?
'Comisión' (feminine noun) means the task itself, the group of people, or the fee you earn (like sales commission). 'Comisionado' (masculine noun) is the person who receives the task or mandate.