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How to Say "commission" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “commission” is “comisión” — use 'comisión' when referring to an official group or committee appointed for a specific purpose, or when talking about a percentage fee earned on a sale..

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comisión

nounB1
Use 'comisión' when referring to an official group or committee appointed for a specific purpose, or when talking about a percentage fee earned on a sale.

Examples

La comisión de urbanismo aprobó el nuevo proyecto.

The urban planning committee approved the new project.

comisión

nounB1
Use 'comisión' when referring to a percentage fee earned on a sale or transaction.

Examples

El agente inmobiliario se llevó una comisión muy alta.

The real estate agent took a very high commission.

encargo

en-CAR-go/enˈkaɾ.ɣo/

nounB1
Use 'encargo' when referring to a specific task, assignment, or mission that someone has been given, often by a superior.
A cheerful rabbit hands a rolled-up blueprint tied with a red ribbon to a smiling fox, symbolizing the transfer of an assignment or duty.

Examples

Mi jefe me dio el encargo de organizar la reunión.

My boss gave me the assignment of organizing the meeting.

¿Puedes hacer un encargo por mí? Necesito ir al banco.

Can you run an errand for me? I need to go to the bank.

El pintor terminó el encargo de la familia real.

The painter finished the commission for the royal family.

Masculine Noun Rule

Since 'encargo' ends in -o, it is a masculine noun. Always use the masculine article 'el' or 'un' with it.

Confusing 'encargo' and 'cargo'

Mistake: “Using 'cargo' (position/job title) when you mean 'encargo' (specific task).”

Correction: If you are talking about a specific duty or task, use 'encargo'. If you are talking about a permanent job title (like 'manager'), use 'cargo'.

Comisión vs. Encargo

Learners often confuse 'comisión' and 'encargo' when 'commission' means a task. Remember that 'comisión' usually refers to an official body or a fee, while 'encargo' specifically means an assigned task or mission.

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