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How to Say "production" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word forproductionis producciónuse this for the general act or process of making something, especially manufactured goods, or for a specific movie, play, or show.

producciónA2/B2

Use this for the general act or process of making something, especially manufactured goods, or for a specific movie, play, or show.

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fabricaciónA2

Use this specifically for the act of manufacturing or making a physical product, emphasizing the industrial process.

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elaboraciónB1

Use this when referring to the careful making or preparation of a product, often implying skill or a detailed process.

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generaciónB1

Use this for the creation or production of abstract things like energy, data, or ideas.

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obra🔊B1

Use this specifically for a staged performance, like a play or a show in a theater.

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obtenciónC1

Use this for the process of acquiring or obtaining a raw material or resource, often through extraction or creation.

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realizaciónC1

Use this for the creation or making of media content, such as films or broadcasts, focusing on the execution.

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exhibiciónC1

Use this specifically in legal contexts for the formal presentation or production of documents or evidence in court.

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producción

nounA2/B2general
Use this for the general act or process of making something, especially manufactured goods, or for a specific movie, play, or show.

Examples

La producción de coches en la fábrica aumentó este mes.

Car production at the factory increased this month.

fabricación

nounA2general
Use this specifically for the act of manufacturing or making a physical product, emphasizing the industrial process.

Examples

La fabricación de este coche toma dos días.

The manufacturing of this car takes two days.

elaboración

nounB1general
Use this when referring to the careful making or preparation of a product, often implying skill or a detailed process.

Examples

La elaboración del queso artesanal requiere mucha paciencia.

Making artisanal cheese requires a lot of patience.

generación

nounB1general
Use this for the creation or production of abstract things like energy, data, or ideas.

Examples

La generación de energía solar es crucial para el futuro.

The generation of solar energy is crucial for the future.

obra

OH-brahˈoβɾa

nounB1general
Use this specifically for a staged performance, like a play or a show in a theater.
Two actors on a stage bowing after a theatrical performance, illuminated by a spotlight.

Examples

Fueron al teatro a ver una obra de Shakespeare.

They went to the theater to see a play by Shakespeare.

La obra que montaron fue un éxito total.

The play they staged was a total success.

Sus buenas obras fueron reconocidas por la comunidad.

His good deeds were recognized by the community. (Meaning 3, secondary)

Deeds and Actions

When 'obra' means a deed or action (usually moral or charitable), it is often used in the plural: 'hacer buenas obras' (to do good deeds).

obtención

nounC1general
Use this for the process of acquiring or obtaining a raw material or resource, often through extraction or creation.

Examples

La obtención de energía solar ha mejorado mucho.

The extraction/production of solar energy has improved a lot.

realización

nounC1general
Use this for the creation or making of media content, such as films or broadcasts, focusing on the execution.

Examples

La realización técnica de la película ganó un premio nacional.

The technical production of the movie won a national award.

exhibición

nounC1legal
Use this specifically in legal contexts for the formal presentation or production of documents or evidence in court.

Examples

El abogado solicitó la exhibición de los documentos originales.

The lawyer requested the production of the original documents.

Producción vs. Fabricación

Learners often confuse 'producción' and 'fabricación'. While both relate to making things, 'fabricación' leans towards industrial manufacturing, whereas 'producción' is broader and can also refer to abstract creation or artistic works.

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