A simple storybook illustration showing two figures representing a government hierarchy. One figure stands on a slightly elevated small platform, symbolizing the primary leader. The second figure stands immediately next to them on the ground level, signifying the second-in-command.

vicepresidente

vee-seh-preh-see-DEN-teh

nounmB2

vice president?second-highest official,VP?abbreviation in organizations

Also:deputy chairman?business setting

📝 In Action

El vicepresidente anunció un nuevo plan económico.

The vice president announced a new economic plan.

Si el presidente falta, el vicepresidente toma su lugar.

If the president is absent, the vice president takes his place.

Fui ascendido a vicepresidente de operaciones en la compañía.

I was promoted to Vice President of Operations at the company.

Word Connections

Synonyms

subdirector (deputy director)
segundo al mando (second-in-command)

Antonyms

presidente (president)

Common Collocations

vicepresidente ejecutivo – executive vice president
vicepresidente de ventas – vice president of sales

💡 Grammar Points

Compound Noun Structure

This word is formed by combining 'vice-' (meaning 'in place of' or 'deputy') and 'presidente'. This structure is common for roles that are second-in-command.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing Gender and Article

Mistake: "Using *la vicepresidente* for a female VP."

Correction: While *vicepresidente* is the base form, for a woman, you should use the feminine form *vicepresidenta* and the article *la*: 'la vicepresidenta'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Using the Abbreviation

In fast, informal communication, you can often hear or see the shortened form 'vice' (pronounced VEE-seh).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: vicepresidente

Question 1 of 1

Which Spanish title is the highest ranking?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

presidente(president) - noun

vicepresidenta(vice president (female)) - noun

presidencia(presidency) - noun

vicepresidencia(vice presidency) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I say 'vice president' when referring to a woman?

While the word *vicepresidente* can sometimes be used for either gender, the standard and most respectful form for a woman is *la vicepresidenta*.

Is 'vicepresidente' used only in politics?

No, it's used in many different organizations, including large companies (like 'Vicepresidente de Finanzas') and clubs, whenever there is a second-in-command role.