estratégico
“estratégico” means “strategic” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
strategic
Also: tactical
📝 In Action
Necesitamos un plan estratégico para ganar el partido.
A2We need a strategic plan to win the game.
La empresa tomó una decisión estratégica al abrir una oficina en Madrid.
B1The company made a strategic decision by opening an office in Madrid.
El ajedrez es un juego puramente estratégico.
B2Chess is a purely strategic game.
strategic
Also: key
📝 In Action
El hotel está en un punto estratégico de la ciudad.
B1The hotel is in a strategic spot in the city.
Ese país tiene recursos estratégicos como el petróleo.
B2That country has strategic resources like oil.
La torre de control es un lugar estratégico para la seguridad.
C1The control tower is a strategic place for security.
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Quick Quiz: estratégico
Question 1 of 3
Which is the correct way to describe a 'strategic decision'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Greek word 'stratēgos', which originally meant a 'general' or 'leader of an army'. It entered Spanish through Latin.
First recorded: 18th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'estratégico' and 'táctico'?
Think of 'estratégico' as the big long-term goal (winning the war) and 'táctico' as the small immediate steps (winning a single small battle).
Can I use 'estratégico' for people?
Usually, we use 'estratega' for a person who is a strategist. However, you can say someone is 'muy estratégico' to mean they think several steps ahead.
Is it used in sports?
Yes, very often! Coaches talk about 'cambios estratégicos' (strategic substitutions) during a game.