How to Say "sector" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “sector” is “sector” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
El sector turístico se recuperó rápidamente después de la pandemia.
The tourism sector recovered quickly after the pandemic.
Necesitamos más inversión en el sector de energías renovables.
We need more investment in the renewable energy sector.
Ella trabaja en el sector público, para el gobierno.
She works in the public sector, for the government.
Gender Check
Remember that 'sector' is always masculine, so you must use 'el' or 'un' with it: 'el sector,' 'un sector importante.'
Confusing 'Sector' and 'Sección'
Mistake: “Usar 'sección' cuando se refiere a la economía (e.g., 'la sección industrial').”
Correction: 'Sector' is used for large divisions of the economy or society (e.g., 'el sector industrial'). 'Sección' means a small part or chapter (e.g., 'la sección de noticias').
Other Meanings of “sector”
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