How to Say "designation" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “designation” is “denominación” — use 'denominación' when referring to the formal name or title given to something, like a company, a product, or a concept..
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denominación
nounB2formal
Use 'denominación' when referring to the formal name or title given to something, like a company, a product, or a concept.
Examples
La denominación oficial de la empresa ha cambiado.
The official name of the company has changed.
designación
nounC1formal
Use 'designación' when referring to the act of specifying, labeling, or appointing something or someone to a particular role or status.
Examples
La designación de esta zona como parque nacional es un gran logro.
The designation of this area as a national park is a great achievement.
Formal Name vs. Act of Specifying
Learners often confuse 'denominación' and 'designación' by using 'denominación' for the act of naming or labeling. Remember, 'denominación' is primarily about the *name itself*, while 'designación' is about the *process of naming or assigning*.
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