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How to Say "advisor" in Spanish

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asesor

ah-seh-SOR/aseˈsoɾ/

nounB1general
Use 'asesor' when referring to a professional who provides expert advice in a specific field, such as finance, law, or business.
A professional person in a suit leaning over a table to point at a colorful map for another person.

Examples

Necesito hablar con mi asesor financiero antes de comprar la casa.

I need to talk to my financial advisor before buying the house.

El presidente tiene un grupo de asesores muy capaces.

The president has a group of very capable advisors.

Ella trabaja como asesora de imagen para celebridades.

She works as an image consultant for celebrities.

People words and gender

Even though this entry is for the masculine 'asesor,' you simply add an 'a' at the end ('asesora') when talking about a woman.

Don't confuse with 'advice'

Mistake: “Using 'asesor' to mean the tip or advice itself.”

Correction: Use 'asesor' for the PERSON and 'consejo' or 'asesoramiento' for the actual advice they give.

consejero

kohn-seh-HEH-roh/kon.seˈxe.ɾo/

nounA2general
Use 'consejero' primarily for someone who guides you in an academic setting, like a school counselor, or for general life advice.
A high quality storybook illustration showing a professional counselor sitting at a desk, leaning forward slightly and offering reassuring advice to a client who is listening intently.

Examples

Mi consejero de la universidad me ayudó con la matrícula.

My university counselor helped me with registration.

El consejero financiero sugirió ahorrar más dinero.

The financial advisor suggested saving more money.

Hablé con un consejero matrimonial para resolver nuestros problemas.

I spoke with a marriage counselor to solve our problems.

Masculine/Feminine Forms

Since this word ends in -o, it changes to 'consejera' when referring to a woman. Remember to change the article too: 'el consejero' (M) vs. 'la consejera' (F).

Confusing Advice/Person

Mistake: “Using *consejo* (the advice itself) instead of *consejero* (the person). E.g., 'Hablé con mi consejo.'”

Correction: Use 'Hablé con mi consejero.' Remember, the word ending in -o is usually the person who performs the action.

Asesor vs. Consejero

The most common mistake is using 'consejero' for professional advice when 'asesor' is more appropriate. Remember, 'asesor' typically implies a paid professional with specific expertise, while 'consejero' is often used for academic or more general guidance.

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