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How to Say "resourcefulness" in Spanish

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iniciativa

/ee-nee-syah-tee-bah//iniθjaˈtiβa/

nounB1general
Use 'iniciativa' when 'resourcefulness' refers to the ability to take action and find solutions independently, often by starting things or proposing ideas.
A small child reaching up to help an elderly person carry a basket.

Examples

El nuevo empleado demostró gran iniciativa para resolver los problemas del proyecto.

The new employee showed great resourcefulness in solving the project's problems.

Ella siempre toma la iniciativa en las reuniones.

She always takes the initiative in meetings.

Buscamos a alguien con iniciativa y ganas de trabajar.

We are looking for someone with drive and a desire to work.

Always Feminine

Even though it starts with 'i', this word is always feminine. Use 'la iniciativa' or 'una iniciativa'.

Don't confuse with 'inicio'

Mistake: “El iniciativa del proyecto.”

Correction: La iniciativa del proyecto (or 'el inicio' if you mean the start).

imaginación

nounA1general
Use 'imaginación' when 'resourcefulness' specifically implies a creative or inventive ability to come up with novel solutions or ideas, especially when resources are limited.

Examples

Con poca pintura, los niños usaron su imaginación para crear un mural.

With little paint, the children used their resourcefulness (imagination) to create a mural.

Iniciativa vs. Imaginación

Learners often confuse 'iniciativa' and 'imaginación' because both can lead to solutions. Remember that 'iniciativa' is about *acting* to find solutions, while 'imaginación' is about *thinking creatively* to invent them.

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