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How to Say "track record" in Spanish

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trayectoria

tra-yek-TO-ryatɾaʝekˈtoɾja

nounB2professional
Use 'trayectoria' when referring to a person's or group's past performance, achievements, or career path, especially in a professional or public context.
A colorful storybook illustration of a person walking up a series of rising steps representing professional growth.

Examples

El futbolista tiene una trayectoria impresionante con varios títulos.

The soccer player has an impressive track record with several titles.

Tiene una trayectoria profesional envidiable.

She has an enviable professional career.

El director fue premiado por su larga trayectoria en el cine.

The director was awarded for his long career in cinema.

La empresa tiene una trayectoria de éxito en el mercado.

The company has a track record of success in the market.

Describing Progress

We use this word to summarize someone's entire work life. It treats a career like a physical path moving forward through time.

Using 'Trabajo' for Career

Mistake:Su trabajo en esta empresa es de 20 años.

Correction: Su trayectoria en esta empresa es de 20 años. While 'trabajo' is the act of working, 'trayectoria' emphasizes the evolution and history of that work.

conducta

kon-DÚK-takonˈdukta

nounB2general
Choose 'conducta' when discussing someone's general behavior, actions, or professional history, often in the context of evaluation or judgment, like a student's or employee's conduct report.
A hand holding a rolled-up, official-looking scroll tied with a ribbon, marked with a simple, large green circular stamp, symbolizing a positive conduct record.

Examples

La empresa revisó la conducta de sus empleados antes de las promociones.

The company reviewed its employees' track record before the promotions.

El informe de conducta del estudiante se envió a la universidad.

The student's conduct report was sent to the university.

La junta directiva investigará la conducta financiera del gerente.

The board of directors will investigate the manager's financial conduct.

Trayectoria vs. Conducta

Learners often confuse 'trayectoria' and 'conducta' by using 'conducta' for professional achievements. Remember that 'trayectoria' is specifically for career paths and successes, while 'conducta' is broader, covering general behavior and actions.

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