nombramiento
“nombramiento” means “appointment” in Spanish (giving someone a job or position).
appointment
Also: nomination, commission
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El nombramiento del nuevo director será mañana.
B1The appointment of the new director will be tomorrow.
Recibió su nombramiento oficial después de meses de espera.
B2She received her official appointment after months of waiting.
El presidente anunció el nombramiento de tres nuevas ministras.
C1The president announced the appointment of three new ministers.
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From the Spanish verb 'nombrar', which comes from the Latin 'nominare' (to name or call by name). The suffix '-miento' indicates the result of an action.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'nombramiento' mean the same as 'appointment' for a doctor?
No. For a doctor's visit or a meeting, use the word 'cita'. 'Nombramiento' is only for being assigned to a job or title.
Is 'nombramiento' only for politicians?
While common in politics, it is used in any formal organization, like a company or a university, when someone is given a specific role.
Can I use 'nombramiento' as a verb?
No, it is a noun. If you want the action, use the verb 'nombrar' (to appoint/name).