How to Say "ranching" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “ranching” is “ganadería” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
La ganadería es la base de la economía en esta región.
Livestock farming is the base of the economy in this region.
Existen diferentes tipos de ganadería, como la ovina y la porcina.
There are different types of livestock farming, such as sheep and pig farming.
La ganadería extensiva respeta más el medio ambiente.
Free-range ranching is more respectful of the environment.
Always Feminine
Even though it often involves 'toros' (bulls) or male 'ganaderos' (ranchers), the word itself is always feminine: 'la ganadería'.
A Word for the Whole Group
This is a word that talks about a whole industry or activity as one single thing. It behaves like a normal singular noun.
Industry vs. Individual
Mistake: “Vi una ganadería en el campo.”
Correction: Vi una vaca en el campo.
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