A person sitting at a large wooden desk in a formal office, wearing a professional suit and listening attentively.

concejal

kon-seh-HAL

city councilor?a member of a local government council

Also:council member?general term for someone in a town or city board,alderman?specific historical or regional title for a local representative

📝 In Action

El concejal de cultura anunció un nuevo festival de música.

The city councilor for culture announced a new music festival.

Hablamos con el concejal para pedir más luces en nuestra calle.

We spoke with the council member to ask for more lights on our street.

Para ser concejal, hay que presentarse a las elecciones municipales.

To be a councilor, you have to run in the local elections.

Word Connections

Synonyms

edil (council member (more formal/literary))
regidor (governor or local magistrate)

Common Collocations

concejal de urbanismo – city councilor for urban planning
el pleno de concejales – the full council meeting
ayuntamiento – city hall / town council

💡 Grammar Points

People and Roles

This word refers to a male official. If you are talking about a woman, the word changes to 'concejala'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Concejal vs. Consejero

Mistake: "Using 'concejal' for a business advisor."

Correction: Use 'consejero' for an advisor or board member; 'concejal' is strictly for local government.

⭐ Usage Tips

Talking to Officials

In Spain and Latin America, you often specify what the official is in charge of by adding 'de' + their department, like 'concejal de deportes' (sports councilor).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: concejal

Question 1 of 1

Where is a 'concejal' most likely to work?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

concejalía(the office or department of a councilor) - noun

concejo(council or meeting) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an 'alcalde' and a 'concejal'?

The 'alcalde' is the mayor (the head of the city), while a 'concejal' is one of several council members who work with the mayor to manage the city.

Is 'concejal' used for women too?

While 'el concejal' is used for men or as a general title, the specific female form is 'la concejala'.