How to Say "researchers" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “researchers” is “científicos” — use 'científicos' when referring to scientists in a general sense, especially those working in natural or physical sciences, or when the focus is on their role as experts in a scientific field..
científicos
Examples
Los científicos buscan una cura para la enfermedad.
The scientists are looking for a cure for the disease.
investigadores
/een-bes-tee-gah-DOR-es//imbestigaˈðoɾes/
Examples
Los investigadores están analizando los resultados del experimento.
The researchers are analyzing the results of the experiment.
Dos investigadores privados llegaron a la escena.
Two private investigators arrived at the scene.
Los investigadores de la universidad publicaron un nuevo libro.
The university researchers published a new book.
Making it plural
This is the plural form of 'investigador'. Because the word ends in a consonant, we add '-es' to make it plural.
Gender in groups
In Spanish, if a group of researchers has at least one man, or is mixed, we use the masculine plural 'investigadores'. If the group is only women, use 'investigadoras'.
Not just for science
Mistake: “Only using it for laboratory work.”
Correction: Use it for anyone who searches for facts, including police and journalists.
General vs. Specific Context
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