inventario
/een-ben-TAH-ryoh/
inventory
Inventario as a physical collection of stock or items.
inventario(noun)
inventory
?a list of items or stock
stock
?goods available for sale
,list
?a detailed record of possessions
📝 In Action
Necesitamos hacer un inventario de todos los productos en el almacén.
A2We need to make an inventory of all the products in the warehouse.
El inventario de la casa incluye muebles antiguos y cuadros.
B1The house inventory includes antique furniture and paintings.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender and Articles
This word is masculine, so always use 'el' (the) or 'un' (a). For example: 'el inventario'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Inventario vs. Stock
Mistake: "Using 'stock' as a Spanish word in formal writing."
Correction: While people use the English word 'stock' in casual business, 'inventario' or 'existencias' is the correct Spanish term.
⭐ Usage Tips
Business context
When a shop is 'cerrado por inventario', it means they are closed specifically to count their products.
Inventario as the act of counting and checking items.
📝 In Action
La tienda cerrará temprano por inventario.
B1The store will close early for stocktaking.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'por' for reason
We use 'por inventario' to explain WHY a place is closed.
⭐ Usage Tips
Action vs. Object
Remember that 'inventario' can be the piece of paper (the list) or the actual job of counting the items.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: inventario
Question 1 of 1
If you see a sign on a shop door that says 'Cerrado por inventario', what is happening?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'inventario' for my personal belongings?
Yes! You can use it to describe a list of your clothes, books, or tools at home.
Is 'inventario' the same as 'lista'?
An 'inventario' is a type of 'lista', but it's usually more formal and includes all the items in a specific category or place.