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How to Say "directive" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “directive” is “directivo” — use 'directivo' when referring to a person or position that involves management, leadership, or giving instructions within an organization..

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directivo

/dee-rek-TEE-boh//diɾekˈtiβo/

adjectiveB1managerial
Use 'directivo' when referring to a person or position that involves management, leadership, or giving instructions within an organization.
A person organizing a complex colorful puzzle on a desk to show management and coordination.

Examples

Ella ocupa un cargo directivo en la organización.

She holds a managerial position in the organization.

El comité directivo se reúne mañana por la mañana.

The steering committee meets tomorrow morning.

Necesitamos mejorar nuestras capacidades directivas.

We need to improve our management skills.

Matching with Nouns

As a descriptive word, it must match the gender of the noun. For 'the position' (el puesto), use 'directivo'. For 'the board' (la junta), use 'directiva'.

Word Order

prescripción

nounB1formal
Use 'prescripción' when referring to a formal instruction, rule, or recommendation, often in a medical or legal context.

Examples

El médico escribió una prescripción para el dolor.

The doctor wrote a prescription for the pain.

Managerial vs. Formal Instruction

Learners often confuse 'directivo' and 'prescripción' by using 'directivo' for any kind of instruction. Remember that 'directivo' specifically relates to positions of authority or management, while 'prescripción' is a formal, often written, instruction or rule.

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