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consulado

kon-soo-LAH-doh/kon.suˈla.ðo/

“consulado” means “consulate” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

consulate

Also: consular office
NounmA2
A stately building with a large flag hanging above the entrance, representing a consulate.

📝 In Action

Necesito ir al consulado para renovar mi pasaporte.

A2

I need to go to the consulate to renew my passport.

El consulado de México está en la calle principal.

A2

The Mexican consulate is on the main street.

Llamé al consulado porque perdí mis documentos durante el viaje.

B1

I called the consulate because I lost my documents during the trip.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • oficina consular (consular office)
  • delegación (delegation)

Common Collocations

  • consulado general – consulate general
  • cita en el consulado – consulate appointment
  • trámites del consulado – consulate paperwork

consulship

NounmB2formal
A formal wooden desk with an ornate gold seal and a professional leather chair, representing an official office of rank.

📝 In Action

El consulado de Napoleón marcó una nueva era en Francia.

B2

Napoleon's consulship marked a new era in France.

Durante su consulado, se realizaron muchas reformas.

C1

During his consulship, many reforms were carried out.

El consulado romano solía durar un solo año.

B2

The Roman consulship used to last for only one year.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • magistratura (magistracy/office)

Common Collocations

  • durante el consulado – during the consulship

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "consulado" in Spanish:

consular office→consulate→consulship→

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Quick Quiz: consulado

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If you lost your passport in Madrid, where should you go?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
cónsul(consul) — Noun
consular(consular) — Adjective
vicecónsul(vice-consul) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'consulatus', which comes from 'consul', referring to a high official who 'consults' or takes counsel.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: consulatItalian: consolatoPortuguese: consulado

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an embassy and a consulate?

An embassy (embajada) is usually in the capital city and deals with big politics between countries. A consulate (consulado) deals with smaller matters like visas, passports, and helping tourists.

Is 'consulado' always masculine?

Yes, 'consulado' is always a masculine noun in Spanish, regardless of who is working inside the office.

How do I ask for an appointment at the consulate?

You can say: 'Necesito pedir una cita en el consulado' (I need to request an appointment at the consulate).