líder
“líder” means “leader” in Spanish (Person who leads or commands).
leader
Also: head, frontrunner
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El presidente es el líder del país.
A2The president is the leader of the country.
Ella es la líder del equipo y toma todas las decisiones importantes.
B1She is the team leader and makes all the important decisions.
Este producto se ha convertido en el líder del mercado en solo un año.
B2This product has become the market leader in only one year.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: líder
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'líder' to refer to a woman?
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📚 Etymology▼
This word is a direct borrowing from English 'leader.' It was adopted into Spanish because the concept became crucial in politics, business, and sports during the 20th century.
First recorded: Mid-20th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'líder' have an accent mark?
Yes, 'líder' always carries an accent mark on the 'í'. This is essential because without it ('lider'), the stress would fall incorrectly on the last syllable, which is not how Spanish speakers pronounce this word.
If I want to talk about the quality of being a leader, what word should I use?
You should use 'liderazgo,' which is the Spanish word for 'leadership.' For example: 'Ella tiene mucho liderazgo' (She has a lot of leadership).