gerente
he-RÉHN-teh
/xeˈɾente/
📝 In Action
La gerente de ventas aprobó la nueva estrategia.
A2The sales manager approved the new strategy.
Necesitamos hablar con el gerente general sobre los resultados del proyecto.
B1We need to speak with the general manager about the project results.
El gerente del hotel resolvió el problema de inmediato.
B2The hotel manager solved the problem immediately.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Flexibility
Though 'gerente' is listed as masculine, it can refer to a man (el gerente) or a woman (la gerente). The word itself stays the same, but the article ('el' or 'la') must match the person's gender.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing with 'Jefe'
Mistake: “Usando 'jefe' para un alto ejecutivo.”
Correction: While a 'jefe' is a boss, a 'gerente' usually implies a higher, more specific administrative rank, like a department head or general manager. Use 'gerente' for formal titles.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Context
This word is always respectful and professional. Use it when referring to someone in a position of authority, especially in business or retail settings.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: gerente
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If you are talking about a woman who runs a major corporation, which is the correct way to introduce her?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'gerenta' a real word?
While some people, especially in certain Latin American regions, might use 'gerenta' to specifically refer to a female manager, the standard and universally accepted form across the Spanish-speaking world is 'la gerente.' Stick with 'la gerente' to be safe and formal.