ingeniero
“ingeniero” means “engineer” in Spanish (profession).
engineer
Also: designer, planner
📝 In Action
Mi hermano es ingeniero civil y diseña puentes.
A1My brother is a civil engineer and designs bridges.
Necesitamos un ingeniero de software para solucionar este problema de código.
B1We need a software engineer to solve this code problem.
La junta directiva contrató un ingeniero estructural de renombre para supervisar el proyecto.
C1The board of directors hired a renowned structural engineer to oversee the project.
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word *ingenium*, which means 'innate quality,' 'talent,' or 'cleverness.' The word originally referred to someone naturally skillful or inventive, especially in designing machines or military devices.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'ingeniero' used only for technical jobs?
Generally, yes. It refers to someone who applies scientific and mathematical principles to design and build things. This includes civil, electrical, chemical, and software engineering, among others.
How do I say 'female engineer'?
The feminine form is 'ingeniera'. Most Spanish-speaking countries use 'ingeniera' when referring to a woman in the profession.