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How to Say "asset" in Spanish

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activo

ahk-TEE-voh/akˈti.βo/

nounB2business/finance
Use 'activo' when referring to a tangible or intangible resource owned by a business or individual that has economic value, such as money, property, or investments.
A simple illustration of three stacked gold bars sitting on a cushion, representing a valuable financial asset.

Examples

Los activos de la compañía superan sus deudas.

The company's assets exceed its debts.

Compramos un activo fijo, que es una máquina nueva.

We bought a fixed asset, which is a new machine.

Always Masculine

When used in the financial sense (asset), 'activo' is always a masculine noun, even if it refers to something feminine (like 'una propiedad'). Use 'el activo' or 'los activos'.

fortaleza

for-tah-LEH-sah/foɾtaˈleθa/

nounB2general/personal
Use 'fortaleza' to describe a personal quality, skill, or talent that is a person's strong point or advantage.
A happy child expertly balancing the final block on top of an extremely tall, stable tower constructed from simple multicolored wooden blocks.

Examples

Una de sus fortalezas es su habilidad para hablar en público.

One of his strengths is his ability to speak publicly.

Necesitas identificar tus fortalezas y debilidades para mejorar.

You need to identify your strengths and weaknesses in order to improve.

Plural Form

This meaning is very often used in the plural form, 'fortalezas', especially when doing a personal assessment or evaluation.

herramienta

ehr-rah-mee-EHN-tah/eraˈmjenta/

nounB1general
Use 'herramienta' when 'asset' refers to something that is useful or helpful in achieving a goal, similar to a tool.
A glowing blue gear floating above a sleek laptop computer.

Examples

Esta aplicación es una herramienta excelente para aprender idiomas.

This app is an excellent tool for learning languages.

La educación es la herramienta más poderosa para cambiar el mundo.

Education is the most powerful tool to change the world.

Abstract Use

You can use this word for anything that helps you reach a goal, not just items you hold in your hand.

Asset vs. Strength

Learners often confuse 'activo' and 'fortaleza'. Remember that 'activo' refers to financial or business resources, while 'fortaleza' is specifically about personal skills or strengths. Don't use 'activo' to describe a personal talent.

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