How to Say "export" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “export” is “exportación” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
La exportación de fruta es importante para este país.
The export of fruit is important for this country.
Nuestra empresa se dedica a la exportación de tecnología.
Our company is dedicated to exporting technology.
Las leyes de exportación cambiaron recientemente.
The export laws changed recently.
The '-ción' trick
Most Spanish words ending in '-ción' are almost identical to English words ending in '-tion'. They are also nearly always feminine, so you should use 'la' or 'una'.
Using 'de' for what is being sent
When you want to say what is being exported, just follow the word with 'de' (of). For example: 'exportación de café' (export of coffee).
Gender confusion
Mistake: “el exportación”
Correction: la exportación (Words ending in -ción are feminine!)
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