financiera
/fee-nan-see-EH-rah/
financial
As an adjective, 'financiera' describes things related to money, like a wallet or coins.
financiera(adjective)
financial
?describing something related to money or banking
monetary
?related to currency or funds
📝 In Action
Necesitamos mejorar nuestra situación financiera.
A2We need to improve our financial situation.
Ella leyó la sección financiera del periódico.
B1She read the financial section of the newspaper.
💡 Grammar Points
Matching Genders
This is the feminine form of 'financiero'. Use it when you are describing a feminine word, like 'la crisis' or 'la situación'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Adjective Placement
Mistake: "La financiera situación."
Correction: La situación financiera.
⭐ Usage Tips
Professional Tone
Using this word makes you sound more professional than just using 'de dinero' (of money).
As a noun, 'financiera' refers to a finance company or a business that lends money.
financiera(noun)
finance company
?a business that lends money
financier
?a woman who manages large amounts of money
,financial institution
?a non-bank lending company
📝 In Action
La financiera aprobó mi préstamo para el coche.
B1The finance company approved my car loan.
Ella es una financiera muy exitosa en Madrid.
B2She is a very successful financier in Madrid.
💡 Grammar Points
Two Meanings for One Noun
When used as a noun, it can mean the company itself or a woman who works in high-level finance.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Financiera vs. Banco
Mistake: "Using 'financiera' for a regular checking account bank."
Correction: Use 'banco' for daily banking and 'financiera' for companies that specifically focus on loans and investments.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: financiera
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the correct way to say 'financial crisis'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'financiera' always feminine?
Yes, as a noun for a company or a woman, it is feminine. As an adjective, it is the feminine version of 'financiero' and must match the word it describes.
What is the difference between a 'banco' and a 'financiera'?
A 'banco' (bank) usually handles daily things like checking accounts and ATMs. A 'financiera' is typically a specialized company focused on providing loans or managing investments.