How to Say "substitute" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “substitute” is “teniente” — C1 level.
English → SpanishC1
NounC1formal
a person holding a position for another
Examples
El teniente de alcalde inauguró el nuevo parque.
The deputy mayor inaugurated the new park.
Actuó como teniente del director durante su ausencia.
He acted as the director's deputy during his absence.
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