título
“título” means “title” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
title
Also: heading
📝 In Action
¿Cuál es el título de tu canción favorita?
A1What is the title of your favorite song?
El título del artículo es muy llamativo, me hizo querer leerlo.
B1The title of the article is very catchy; it made me want to read it.
degree, qualification
Also: diploma
📝 In Action
Obtuvo su título de abogado después de cinco años de estudio.
A2He obtained his law degree after five years of study.
Para ese trabajo, exigen un título superior en ingeniería.
B2For that job, they require a higher degree in engineering.
title, security/bond
Also: deed
📝 In Action
El duque heredó su título de nobleza de su padre.
B2The duke inherited his title of nobility from his father.
Invertimos en títulos de deuda pública a largo plazo.
C1We invested in long-term public debt securities.
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Quick Quiz: título
Question 1 of 2
If someone says, 'Estoy buscando un nuevo título,' which meaning is MOST likely correct in a casual conversation about education?
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The word comes from the Latin word *titulus*, which originally meant 'inscription' or 'label.' It was used to mark monuments, indicate the heading of a document, or signify a sign of honor or distinction.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Debo usar 'título' o 'grado' para referirme a mi licenciatura?
Use 'título' when talking about the actual certificate or the qualification you earned (e.g., 'el título de licenciado'). 'Grado' is the name of the academic level itself (like Bachelor's or Master's), but 'título' is the key word for the finished qualification document.
Does 'título' always refer to something important?
Yes, generally. Whether it's the official name of a major work, an important academic certification, or a legal document of ownership, 'título' carries a sense of formality and significance.