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How to Say "esteemed" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “esteemed” is “estimado” — use 'estimado' when addressing someone formally and respectfully, often in written communication like letters or emails, or when referring to someone held in high regard in a general sense..

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estimado

es-tee-MAH-doh/es.tiˈma.ðo/

AdjectiveA1Formal
Use 'estimado' when addressing someone formally and respectfully, often in written communication like letters or emails, or when referring to someone held in high regard in a general sense.
A hand gently placing a sealed envelope into a mailbox slot.

Examples

Estimado cliente, le escribimos para informarle de una actualización.

Dear client, we are writing to inform you of an update.

Estimada Sra. López, adjunto encontrará el documento solicitado.

Dear Mrs. López, attached you will find the requested document.

Gender Agreement

Remember to change the ending to match the person you are addressing: 'Estimado' (masculine singular), 'Estimada' (feminine singular), 'Estimados' (masculine plural/mixed group), 'Estimadas' (feminine plural).

considerado

kon-see-deh-RAH-doh/konsiðeˈɾaðo/

AdjectiveB2Formal
Use 'considerado' to describe someone who is widely recognized and respected as an expert or authority in a particular field or subject.
A central figure stands calmly while a small crowd watches with respectful admiration. One person is gently handing the central figure a simple, green laurel wreath.

Examples

El profesor es considerado una autoridad en el campo de la historia.

The professor is considered an authority in the field of history.

La empresa es considerada la mejor de la región.

The company is regarded as the best in the region.

Passive Voice Structure

This meaning often appears in the passive voice, using 'ser' (to be) + considerado + 'como' or 'uno de' to show what someone or something is recognized as.

Estimado vs. Considerado

The most common mistake is using 'estimado' when 'considerado' is more appropriate for describing an expert. 'Estimado' is often used as a polite greeting, like 'Dear X', while 'considerado' specifically means 'regarded as' an authority or expert.

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