vendedor
“vendedor” means “salesperson” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
salesperson, seller
Also: vendor, dealer
📝 In Action
El vendedor de la tienda nos ofreció un descuento.
A1The salesperson at the store offered us a discount.
Necesitamos un buen vendedor para este nuevo producto.
A2We need a good seller for this new product.
Mi padre fue vendedor de coches durante veinte años.
B1My father was a car salesman for twenty years.
selling
Also: marketable
📝 In Action
El título es la parte más vendedora del libro.
B1The title is the most selling part of the book (the most marketable part).
Su sonrisa es su arma vendedora.
B2His smile is his selling weapon/asset.
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Quick Quiz: vendedor
Question 1 of 2
Which word correctly completes the sentence: 'Mi hermana trabaja como _____ en una tienda de ropa.'
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Spanish verb 'vender' (to sell) plus the common suffix '-dor', which means 'the person who does the action'. It ultimately traces back to the Latin word 'vendĕre', meaning 'to offer for sale'.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'vendedor' and 'comerciante'?
'Vendedor' is usually a specific employee who sells goods for a company (a salesperson). 'Comerciante' is a broader term for a merchant or someone involved in trade and commerce, often running their own business.
How do I make 'vendedor' feminine?
You change the masculine ending '-dor' to the feminine ending '-dora'. So, 'el vendedor' becomes 'la vendedora'.