donante
doh-NAHN-teh
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Soy donante de sangre desde los dieciocho años.
A2I have been a blood donor since I was eighteen.
La identidad del donante se mantiene en secreto.
B1The donor's identity is kept secret.
El hospital necesita más donantes de órganos.
B1The hospital needs more organ donors.
💡 Grammar Points
One word, two genders
This word doesn't change its spelling for men or women. Just change the small word in front: 'el donante' for a man and 'la donante' for a woman.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Avoid 'donanta'
Mistake: "Using 'la donanta' for a female donor."
Correction: Always use 'la donante'. Words ending in '-ante' usually stay the same regardless of gender.
⭐ Usage Tips
Medical vs. Money
While it's most famous for blood and organs, you can also use it for people who give money to museums or political campaigns.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: donante
Question 1 of 1
How would you say 'the female donor' in Spanish?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'donante' refer to a company?
Yes, an organization or country that provides aid or funds can be called a 'país donante' (donor country) or 'entidad donante'.
What is the difference between 'donante' and 'donador'?
They are very similar, but 'donante' is much more common in medical contexts (blood/organs), while 'donador' is sometimes used for charity, though 'donante' is generally preferred.