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How to Say "specialists" in Spanish

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expertos

ehk-SPEHR-tohs/eksˈpeɾtos/

nounA2general
Use 'expertos' when emphasizing deep knowledge and high skill in a particular area, often implying recognized authority.
Three confident figures standing next to a perfectly constructed, complex tower of colorful building blocks, signifying their status as experts.

Examples

Los expertos en inteligencia artificial están desarrollando nuevas aplicaciones.

The artificial intelligence specialists are developing new applications.

Los expertos en tecnología predijeron este cambio.

The technology experts predicted this change.

Necesitamos llamar a los expertos para arreglar la tubería.

We need to call the specialists to fix the pipe.

Son considerados los mayores expertos en la materia.

They are considered the greatest experts on the subject.

Plural Noun Agreement

Since 'expertos' is masculine and plural, any descriptive words (adjectives) you use with it must also be masculine and plural (e.g., 'expertos famosos').

profesionales

pro-fe-sio-NA-les/pɾofesjoˈnales/

nounA2general
Use 'profesionales' when referring to people who work in a specific field, focusing on their job or career rather than just their level of expertise.
A storybook illustration showing three smiling adults: a doctor wearing a white coat and stethoscope, an engineer wearing a hard hat, and a business worker holding a clipboard, representing various professionals.

Examples

Los profesionales de marketing presentaron sus estrategias.

The marketing specialists presented their strategies.

Los profesionales de la salud merecen nuestro respeto.

The health professionals deserve our respect.

Contratamos a varios profesionales para terminar la obra.

We hired several professionals to finish the work.

En esta empresa, todos somos profesionales y actuamos como tal.

In this company, we are all professionals and act like it.

Masculine Plural Default

Even if a group of workers includes women, Spanish often uses the masculine plural form, 'profesionales,' for the entire group.

Confusing Noun and Adjective

Mistake: “Usando 'profesional' como adjetivo que no concuerda (e.g., 'actividades profesionales').”

Correction: Remember this form is plural, used for multiple people. If you are describing a single person, use 'profesional' (singular).

Expertos vs. Profesionales

Don't confuse 'expertos' with 'profesionales'. While a professional can be an expert, 'expertos' specifically highlights deep knowledge and skill. Use 'profesionales' when simply referring to someone's job or career in a field.

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