How to Say "announcer" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “announcer” is “presentador” — use this word for someone who hosts or introduces a program, show, or event, especially on television or at a live event..
presentador
/pre-sen-ta-DOR//pɾesentaˈðoɾ/
Examples
El presentador de televisión dio la bienvenida a los invitados.
The television presenter welcomed the guests.
El presentador del programa de noticias es muy famoso.
The host of the news program is very famous.
Necesitamos un presentador carismático para la entrega de premios.
We need a charismatic presenter for the awards ceremony.
El presentador dio paso a los comerciales con una broma.
The host transitioned to the commercials with a joke.
Talking about women
To talk about a woman who is a host, simply change the 'r' at the end to 'ra' to make 'presentadora'.
Using 'de' for context
To say what someone is hosting, use the word 'de' (of). For example: 'presentador de deportes' (sports host).
Confusing Host and Guest
Mistake: “Calling a guest 'el presentador'.”
Correction: The person visiting the show is 'el invitado'. The person running the show is 'el presentador'.
locutor
/loh-koo-TORE//lo.kuˈtoɾ/
Examples
El locutor de radio anunció el resultado del partido.
The radio announcer announced the result of the match.
El locutor de radio anunció la canción ganadora.
The radio announcer announced the winning song.
Para trabajar como locutor, necesitas tener una voz clara.
To work as a broadcaster, you need to have a clear voice.
El locutor leyó las noticias de última hora con mucha calma.
The announcer read the breaking news very calmly.
Talking about women
In Spanish, words for jobs often change depending on the person's gender. While 'locutor' refers to a man, you use 'locutora' for a woman.
Using 'the' with jobs
When talking about someone's specific role, you use 'el' (the) or 'un' (a). For example: 'Él es el locutor' (He is the announcer).
Speaker vs. Locutor
Mistake: “Using 'locutor' for a computer speaker.”
Correction: Use 'altavoz' for electronic speakers. 'Locutor' only refers to the human person speaking on the radio or TV.
Public Speaking
Mistake: “Using 'locutor' for a person giving a speech in person.”
Correction: Use 'orador' for a public speaker at a podium or event. 'Locutor' is almost always for media and broadcasting.
narrador
/nah-rrah-DOR//naraˈðor/
Examples
El narrador deportivo describió la jugada emocionante.
The sports narrator described the exciting play.
El narrador de esta novela no es muy confiable.
The narrator of this novel is not very reliable.
Mi abuelo era un gran narrador de historias antiguas.
My grandfather was a great storyteller of old stories.
El narrador de fútbol gritó '¡gol!' con mucha emoción.
The soccer announcer shouted 'goal!' with a lot of emotion.
The Meaning of '-dor'
In Spanish, adding '-dor' to a verb root is like adding '-er' in English. It turns an action into a person. Since 'narrar' means to tell/narrate, a 'narrador' is the person who does it.
Gender Matching
Even though we are looking at 'narrador' (masculine), if the person telling the story is female, you must use 'la narradora'. The word follows standard gender patterns.
Narrador vs. Cuento
Mistake: “El narrador es muy interesante (meaning the story is interesting).”
Correction: Use 'El cuento' or 'La historia' for the plot. 'Narrador' refers only to the person or voice telling it.
Presentador vs. Locutor
Related Translations
Learn Spanish with Inklingo
Interactive stories, personalized learning, and more.