profesionales
“profesionales” means “professionals” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
professionals
Also: experts, specialists
📝 In Action
Los profesionales de la salud merecen nuestro respeto.
A2The health professionals deserve our respect.
Contratamos a varios profesionales para terminar la obra.
B1We hired several professionals to finish the work.
En esta empresa, todos somos profesionales y actuamos como tal.
B2In this company, we are all professionals and act like it.
professional
Also: expert, career-related
📝 In Action
Necesitamos herramientas profesionales para este trabajo delicado.
B1We need professional tools for this delicate job.
Sus acciones fueron muy profesionales y responsables.
B2Their actions were very professional and responsible.
Las actitudes profesionales son esenciales para el éxito.
C1Professional attitudes are essential for success.
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Words that translate to "profesionales" in Spanish:
career-related→expert→experts→professional→professionals→specialists→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: profesionales
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'profesionales' as a noun (referring to people)?
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The word traces back to the Latin word *professio*, which meant 'a public declaration' or 'a statement of one's art or trade.' It implies openly declaring what one knows or does for a living.
First recorded: Medieval Latin/Early Spanish
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the singular form of 'profesionales'?
The singular form is 'profesional' (without the 'es'). This form is used for both masculine and feminine singular nouns, such as 'un médico profesional' or 'una fotógrafa profesional'.
Does 'profesionales' always mean someone who is paid?
Yes, primarily. While it means someone who works in a career, it also strongly implies a high level of skill or conduct, especially when used as an adjective (e.g., 'un comportamiento profesional' means having good conduct).