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profesores

proh-feh-SOR-es/pɾofeˈsoɾes/

“profesores” means “teachers” in Spanish (general term for people who teach).

teachers, professors

Also: instructors
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A group illustration featuring three diverse adults—two women and one man—who are clearly identified as teachers. They are standing near a colorful chalkboard, holding educational items like a textbook and a pointer, smiling warmly.

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Los profesores de la universidad son muy exigentes.

B1

The professors at the university are very demanding.

Necesitamos más profesores de matemáticas en la escuela.

A1

We need more math teachers in the school.

Las reuniones con los profesores son el miércoles.

A2

The meetings with the teachers are on Wednesday.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • maestros (teachers (often primary school))
  • docentes (teaching staff)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • el cuerpo de profesores – the teaching staff
  • profesores de idiomas – language teachers

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Words that translate to "profesores" in Spanish:

instructors→professors→teachers→

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Quick Quiz: profesores

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If you are referring to a group of five women and one man who all teach high school, what is the correct term?

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Comes directly from the Latin word *professor*, meaning 'one who declares publicly' or 'one who practices a profession.' It has been used in Spanish since the Middle Ages.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: professorPortuguese: professoresFrench: professeurs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'profesores' and 'maestros'?

'Profesores' usually refers to teachers in secondary school (high school) or university. 'Maestros' often refers specifically to primary school teachers or someone who is skilled in a craft, though usage varies regionally.