economista
“economista” means “economist” in Spanish (a professional who studies or specializes in economics).
economist
Also: financial expert
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Mi hermana es una economista muy exitosa.
A1My sister is a very successful economist.
Los economistas están preocupados por la inflación este año.
B1Economists are worried about inflation this year.
Para trabajar en el banco central, necesitas ser economista.
B2To work at the central bank, you need to be an economist.
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How do you say 'The (female) economist'?
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Derived from the Greek word 'oikonomos', which originally meant 'someone who manages a household'. It combined 'oikos' (house) and 'nomos' (law/rule).
First recorded: 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the word 'economisto' exist?
No. Even though many Spanish words change from 'a' to 'o' for men, words ending in '-ista' are an exception and always end in 'a'.
Can 'economista' mean 'cheap'?
No. The word for 'cheap' or 'economic' is 'económico'. 'Economista' only refers to the person/professional.
Is it a common job title in Spain and Latin America?
Yes, it is the standard professional title for anyone with a degree in Economics across all Spanish-speaking countries.