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How to Say "masters" in Spanish

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dueños

nounA2general
Use 'dueños' when referring to people who own something, like a business or property, or when talking about figurative control or dominance.

Examples

Los dueños de la panadería abren a las seis de la mañana.

The owners of the bakery open at six in the morning.

amos

/AH-mohs//ˈamos/

nounB1general
Choose 'amos' specifically when referring to the people or entities that have authority or control over others, particularly in a master-servant or owner-pet relationship.
A happy man and woman standing proudly in front of a small house with a garden, holding a set of keys.

Examples

Los perros siempre se alegran de ver a sus amos.

Dogs are always happy to see their owners.

Ellos son los amos del negocio.

They are the masters of the business.

Using the Plural Form

'Amos' is the plural of 'amo'. Use it to refer to a group of men or a mixed group of men and women who own something.

Don't confuse with 'to love'

Mistake: “Using 'amos' to mean 'we love'.”

Correction: Say 'amamos' for 'we love'. 'Amos' only means owners or masters.

maestros

mah-ES-trohs/maˈestros/

nounB1general
Use 'maestros' when referring to individuals who are highly skilled experts or teachers in a particular field, art, or trade.
An illustration depicting two highly skilled potters, an older man and a younger woman, focused on shaping clay at separate pottery wheels in a studio.

Examples

Los viejos maestros de la carpintería enseñaron a los jóvenes.

The old masters of carpentry taught the young people.

Los maestros de obra revisaron los planos antes de empezar.

The foremen (or lead builders) reviewed the blueprints before starting.

The Root of Mastery

This meaning shows how the idea of 'teaching' is related to the idea of 'mastery.' If you are a 'maestro,' you are so skilled you could teach others.

Owners vs. Masters

Learners often confuse 'dueños' and 'amos'. While both can mean 'owners', 'amos' specifically implies a relationship of authority or control, like a pet owner, whereas 'dueños' is broader, referring to ownership of property or businesses.

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