Inklingo

Business & Economy in Spanish

Dive into the world of business and economics in Spanish! This vocabulary set will help you navigate conversations about finance, management, and trade, whether you're discussing the stock market or managing a company. Understanding these terms is crucial for anyone interacting in the global Spanish-speaking business landscape, where nuances in economic discussions can be quite revealing.

Quick Reference

SpanishEnglishExampleLevel
actionsLas acciones de la policía fueron rápidas y efectivas.A1
managementLa administración de los recursos naturales es un desafío global.B1
managerEl administrador del edificio vive en el primer piso.A2
to manageElla administra una empresa de tecnología.B1
associationMi abuela es miembro de una asociación de jardinería.A2
associatedEl riesgo asociado a este plan es mínimo.B1
bankingNecesito abrir una cuenta bancaria.A2
banco
bankVoy al banco para depositar un cheque.A1
capital (city)París es la capital de Francia.A1
customerEl cliente siempre tiene la razón.A1
customersTodos los clientes de la tienda salieron contentos con sus compras.A1
commercialsPusieron tres comerciales seguidos durante el descanso.B1

A1Beginner (22 words)

A simple storybook illustration of a cheerful character performing three distinct physical actions: running, waving, and reaching up.
acciones

actions

Las acciones de la policía fueron rápidas y efectivas.

A sturdy, classic building with large columns, commonly recognized as a traditional bank building, symbolizing a financial institution.
banco

bank

Voy al banco para depositar un cheque.

A colorful illustration of a grand government building with a large dome, symbolizing the seat of government in a capital city.
capital

capital (city)

París es la capital de Francia.

A colorful illustration of a smiling customer receiving a brown shopping bag from a cashier across a wooden counter.
cliente

customer

El cliente siempre tiene la razón.

A colorful storybook illustration showing a smiling customer standing across a counter from a cashier. The customer is holding a basket of apples, ready to pay.
clientes

customers

Todos los clientes de la tienda salieron contentos con sus compras.

Two professional cartoon figures shaking hands firmly over a thick document tied with a red ribbon on a wooden table, symbolizing a formal agreement.
contrato

contract

Necesito firmar el contrato antes de empezar a trabajar.

A bright red apple resting on a small green pedestal, next to a large yellow downward-pointing arrow, symbolizing a price discount.
descuento

discount

¿Hay algún descuento si pago en efectivo?

A small cartoon bear is chained to a massive, heavy iron ball, symbolizing the burden of debt.
deuda

debt

Tengo una gran deuda con el banco.

A simple brown paper bag with a small stack of shiny coins next to it on a wooden table.
económico

cheap

He comprado un coche muy económico.

A brightly colored, stylized corporate building with large windows and a distinct, simple geometric symbol above the entrance, symbolizing a commercial organization.
empresa

company

Trabajo para una empresa de software muy grande.

A large, rectangular industrial factory building made of red brick with three tall, smoking smokestacks, set against a clear blue sky.
fábrica

factory

Mi tío trabaja en una fábrica de coches muy grande.

A stylized white paper document, folded neatly, lying next to a small stack of shiny gold coins, symbolizing payment due.
factura

invoice

¿Podría enviarme la factura por correo electrónico?

A close-up view of a hand holding a fountain pen, actively drawing a unique, looping signature onto a piece of white paper.
firma

signature

Por favor, ponga su firma aquí abajo.

A shiny red apple with a simple, stylized leaf symbol stamped clearly on its side, representing a corporate brand logo.
marca

brand

¿Qué marca de teléfono usas?

A high quality storybook illustration of a bustling outdoor market. Colorful stalls are stacked high with fresh fruits and vegetables, and a vendor stands ready to sell their goods.
mercado

market

Vamos al mercado para comprar frutas frescas.

A friendly shopkeeper standing outside a small, bright storefront with colorful shoes displayed in the window, representing a business.
negocio

business

Mi tío tiene un negocio de zapatos en el centro.

A colorful storefront window with several bright red price tags hanging over various products.
ofertas

sales

Hay muchas ofertas en el centro comercial hoy.

A single, colorful, packaged retail item, resembling a simple box with a bow, placed prominently on a shelf, symbolizing commercial merchandise.
producto

product

Necesito comprar un producto para limpiar el suelo.

A colorful price tag with a smaller price tag next to it, showing a clear reduction.
rebaja

discount

He comprado estos zapatos con una rebaja del treinta por ciento.

A colorful stack of useful resources, including gold coins, wooden blocks, and fresh apples.
recursos

resources

Necesitamos más recursos para terminar el proyecto a tiempo.

A smiling market vendor standing behind a simple wooden stall, holding a bright red apple out to a customer.
vendedor

salesperson

El vendedor de la tienda nos ofreció un descuento.

Two hands exchanging items: one hand is giving a gold coin while the other hand is accepting a small, wrapped package, symbolizing a single transaction.
venta

sale

La venta de mi coche fue muy rápida.

A2Elementary (37 words)

A person wearing a professional vest standing in a bright office lobby holding a clipboard and greeting people.
administrador

manager

El administrador del edificio vive en el primer piso.

A storybook illustration of a fox, a bear, and an owl standing together in a circle and shaking hands, representing a formal organization.
asociación

association

Mi abuela es miembro de una asociación de jardinería.

A classic stone bank building with tall pillars and a large heavy door.
bancario

banking

Necesito abrir una cuenta bancaria.

A visual depiction of two people sharing a pleasant moment together, symbolizing companionship.
compañía

company

Gracias por tu compañía, me siento mucho mejor.

Two stylized rabbits running neck-and-neck in a close race across a green field, illustrating competition.
competencia

competition

La competencia en el mercado de teléfonos es muy fuerte.

A person handing paper money to a shopkeeper in exchange for a basket of fresh bread.
comprador

buyer

El comprador firmó el contrato ayer.

A storybook illustration of a friendly doctor wearing a white coat sitting across a small desk from a patient. The doctor is holding a simple clipboard.
consulta

appointment

Tengo una consulta con el cardiólogo a las diez.

A person holding a grocery bag and walking away from a market stall.
consumidor

consumer

El consumidor siempre busca el mejor precio.

A partially eaten red apple on a wooden table.
consumo

consumption

Debemos reducir el consumo de plástico.

A professional manager in a suit shaking hands with a cheerful person who is holding a folder, signifying a new job hire.
contratar

to hire

La empresa necesita contratar a tres ingenieros nuevos.

A mechanic handing a piece of paper to a customer next to a car with a clear price sign on it.
cotización

quote

Solicité una cotización para pintar mi casa.

A large hand gently passing a small stack of golden coins to another open hand, against a solid colorful background, representing a loan.
crédito

credit

Pedí un crédito al banco para comprar la casa.

A person wearing professional attire standing at the entrance of a school, holding a clipboard, looking authoritative.
director

director

El director de la escuela dio un discurso.

A confident woman in a dark business suit standing assertively behind a large wooden executive desk, signifying her role as the head of an organization.
directora

director

La directora de la empresa firmó el contrato.

A new, shiny red toaster sitting on a kitchen counter next to a decorative golden seal, symbolizing a product guarantee.
garantía

guarantee

Este televisor viene con dos años de garantía.

A small pile of gold coins being placed into a wooden box labeled with a crown symbol.
impuesto

tax

Tengo que pagar el impuesto de la renta mañana.

A large, simple factory building with multiple smoke stacks releasing white steam, set against a bright blue sky.
industria

industry

La industria automotriz genera millones de empleos.

A large factory building with smoke stacks under a blue sky.
industrial

industrial

Vivo cerca de una zona industrial.

A colorful clothing rack with a bright red discount tag hanging from it in a shop.
liquidación

clearance sale

Hay una gran liquidación en la tienda de zapatos.

A colorful illustration of a conveyor belt in a simple factory setting where identical wooden toys are being actively assembled and moved along the belt.
producción

production

La producción de coches en la fábrica aumentó este mes.

A person sitting at a clean desk with a very tall, neat stack of finished folders and papers.
productivo

productive

Hoy tuve un día muy productivo en la oficina.

A bright red price tag with a white star on it, hanging from a gift box.
promoción

special offer

Aproveché la promoción de dos por uno en el supermercado.

A colorful billboard on a city street showing a refreshing glass of orange juice next to a bright orange fruit.
propaganda

advertisement

Vi una propaganda muy buena sobre ese perfume.

A simple red house with a chimney sitting on a green grassy hill, symbolizing real estate ownership.
propiedad

property

Quiero comprar una propiedad pequeña cerca del mar.

A smiling cartoon person standing proudly in front of a small, brightly colored house, holding up a large, shiny key, symbolizing ownership.
propietario

owner

El propietario del coche nuevo vive en el tercer piso.

A friendly cartoon character standing next to a large, simple poster displaying a single, bright red apple, demonstrating product promotion.
publicidad

advertising

La publicidad en redes sociales es muy efectiva hoy en día.

A glowing lightbulb next to a stack of coins.
tarifa

rate

He cambiado mi tarifa de móvil para pagar menos.

A friendly person in a professional suit standing behind a marble counter in a grand building.
banquero

banker

Mi tío es banquero y trabaja en la ciudad.

A massive, brightly colored container ship sailing on the ocean, loaded high with stacked shipping containers representing commercial goods.
cargo

cargo

El barco llegó al puerto con un cargo de plátanos.

A friendly person wearing glasses sitting at a desk with a stack of papers and a small calculator.
contable

accountant

Mi hermana es contable y trabaja para una multinacional.

A thick physical book with alphabetical tabs on the side.
directorio

directory

Busca el número de la oficina en el directorio.

A sweeping view of a large, elegant traditional mansion situated on a huge expanse of green land, emphasizing the size of the property.
estate

estate

Compraron una finca grande para cultivar café.

A neat stack of boxes and crates on a wooden pallet in a clean warehouse.
inventario

inventory

Necesitamos hacer un inventario de todos los productos en el almacén.

A friendly person handing a colorful gift bag to a happy customer near a storefront.
marketing

marketing

Ella trabaja en el departamento de marketing.

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration depicting a neat stack of various brightly colored, wrapped packages and boxes, representing goods intended for sale.
mercancía

merchandise

La tienda recibió un nuevo envío de mercancía esta mañana.

A bright red ceramic plate shattered into several large pieces on a wooden floor.
quebrar

to break

Ten cuidado, no vayas a quebrar el plato de cristal.

Three cheerful cartoon figures standing close together, all wearing identical blue scarves, symbolizing their shared membership in a group or club.
socio

member

Para usar la piscina, tienes que ser socio del gimnasio.

B1Intermediate (96 words)

A cartoon figure efficiently sorting brightly colored geometric blocks into specific, designated containers on a table, illustrating organization.
administración

management

La administración de los recursos naturales es un desafío global.

A person organizing various folders and a small plant on a tidy desk.
administrar

to manage

Ella administra una empresa de tecnología.

Two colorful puzzle pieces interlocking to show a connection.
asociado

associated

El riesgo asociado a este plan es mínimo.

A colorful television screen displaying a brightly colored box of cereal being advertised by a smiling cartoon character.
comerciales

commercials

Pusieron tres comerciales seguidos durante el descanso.

Two stylized figures engaging in trade. One figure holds a basket of fruit, and the other holds a small sack of money, symbolizing the exchange that defines commerce.
comercio

commerce

El comercio internacional ha crecido mucho este año.

A group of four diverse cartoon people sitting around a circular table, looking intently at papers, signifying a committee meeting.
comisión

committee

La comisión de urbanismo aprobó el nuevo proyecto.

A child placing a gold coin into a large glass jar filled with other coins.
contribución

contribution

Tu contribución al proyecto fue muy importante.

A person stands at a fork in the road, where the path splits into two distinct directions, symbolizing a turning point or major decision.
crisis

crisis

El país está atravesando una crisis económica muy profunda.

Several colorful hands reaching eagerly toward a single, perfect red apple resting on a pedestal, illustrating high market demand.
demanda

demand

La demanda de coches eléctricos ha crecido mucho este año.

A delivery person in a bright uniform handing a stack of cardboard boxes to a shopkeeper in front of a small grocery store.
distribuidor

distributor

Somos el distribuidor exclusivo de esta marca en España.

A simplified storybook illustration of a world map showing interconnected buildings representing global finance and trade.
economía

economy

La economía mundial se recupera lentamente después de la crisis.

A shiny gold coin and a stack of paper bills resting on a clean, solid background.
financiero

financial

El sistema financiero global es muy complejo.

A shiny gold coin sitting on top of a small pile of silver coins, showing a surplus.
ganancia

profit

La empresa tuvo una ganancia neta muy alta este año.

A colorful illustration of a person carrying a single grocery bag that is overflowing with very expensive items, while a balloon floats nearby getting larger.
inflación

inflation

La inflación ha subido mucho este año y todo es más caro.

A stack of gold coins and several paper bills sitting on a wooden table.
ingreso

income

Mis ingresos mensuales son suficientes para vivir bien.

A small green plant growing out of a pile of gold coins.
inversión

investment

Comprar esa casa fue una gran inversión.

A person planting a small green sprout into a pile of gold coins.
inversor

investor

El inversor decidió comprar acciones de la nueva empresa tecnológica.

A small green sapling growing out of a pile of gold coins.
invertir

to invest

Quiero invertir mis ahorros en una empresa tecnológica.

Two people sitting across a table, smiling and shaking hands over a signed document.
negociación

negotiation

La negociación del nuevo contrato fue muy difícil.

Two cartoon figures sitting opposite each other at a small wooden table, shaking hands over a document, symbolizing a successful negotiation.
negociar

to negotiate

Necesitamos negociar un mejor precio con el proveedor.

A lonely figure in professional clothing sitting on a simple wooden bench, looking sad and holding an empty briefcase, symbolizing unemployment.
paro

unemployment

El paro juvenil es un gran problema social en el país.

A towering ancient stone temple with intricate carvings surrounded by green trees.
patrimonio

heritage

La ciudad de Toledo es parte del patrimonio español.

An empty piggy bank sitting on a wooden table with a single small coin beside it.
pérdidas

losses

La empresa reportó grandes pérdidas este trimestre.

Three stacks of coins of different sizes next to three distinct colored piggy banks, illustrating the concept of allocating funds.
presupuesto

budget

El gobierno aprobó el nuevo presupuesto nacional.

A confident person with a headset and clipboard standing next to a conveyor belt from which freshly packaged boxes are emerging, symbolizing a producer of goods.
productor

producer

El productor musical decidió cambiar el ritmo de la canción.

A colorful stand with a bright megaphone and a colorful poster on a table.
promocionar

to promote

Queremos promocionar nuestro nuevo café en las redes sociales.

A friendly person watering a small green plant to help it grow.
promover

to promote

Queremos promover un estilo de vida saludable en la escuela.

A storybook illustration showing three distinct areas of economic activity: a farm field with a red barn, a small factory with smoke stacks, and a modern blue office tower, separated by clear paths.
sector

sector

El sector turístico se recuperó rápidamente después de la pandemia.

A colorful bar chart showing three bars of increasing height.
tasa

rate

La tasa de natalidad ha disminuido este año.

A vibrant illustration showing a stream of colorful coins flying from one stylized piggy bank to another, symbolizing a bank transfer.
transferencia

bank transfer

Hice una transferencia de 100 euros a mi cuenta de ahorros.

A neat office desk with a stapler, a folder, and a pen holder.
administrativo

administrative

El proceso administrativo es un poco lento en este país.

A professional person in a suit leaning over a table to point at a colorful map for another person.
asesor

advisor

Necesito hablar con mi asesor financiero antes de comprar la casa.

A colorful illustration of a lightbulb and a gear being connected by a dotted line.
asociar

to associate

Mucha gente asocia el color rojo con el amor.

A colorful illustration showing a stack of various household goods, including a red book, a yellow teapot, a blue baseball bat, and a small green toy box.
bienes

goods

Todos sus bienes fueron repartidos entre sus hijos.

A bustling city street featuring various private shops, colorful storefronts, and diverse businesses side by side.
capitalista

capitalist

Vivimos en una sociedad capitalista.

A friendly group of diverse people standing in line in front of a cozy small shop with a bright blue awning.
clientela

clientele

Este café tiene una clientela muy fiel.

A friendly vendor setting up a colorful fruit stand with neatly stacked crates of apples and oranges.
comercializar

to market

La empresa quiere comercializar su nuevo software el próximo año.

A simple storybook illustration depicting four diverse people sitting around a large table in a brightly lit room, engaged in a formal discussion, representing a committee.
comité

committee

El comité se reunió para discutir la propuesta de ley.

A neat stack of leather-bound ledgers and a wooden abacus on a clean desk.
contabilidad

accounting

Ella decidió estudiar contabilidad para trabajar en un banco.

A person wearing a yellow hard hat and a safety vest, holding a blueprint and standing in front of a house under construction.
contratista

contractor

El contratista terminó la remodelación de la cocina antes de tiempo.

A group of diverse farmers standing together in a lush field, holding a basket of fresh vegetables they harvested together.
cooperativa

co-op

Compramos el aceite de oliva directamente en la cooperativa.

A modern, tall glass office building standing prominently against a clear sky.
corporación

corporation

Ella trabaja para una gran corporación multinacional.

A professional leather briefcase and a sleek office chair in a bright, modern setting.
corporativo

corporate

Tengo una cuenta de correo corporativo.

A sad person sitting on a park bench during the day while others in the background walk to work.
desempleo

unemployment

El desempleo ha bajado mucho este año.

A person in a professional suit standing confidently at the head of a long wooden boardroom table.
directivo

executive

El directivo anunció los nuevos planes de la empresa.

A person standing at the front of a group, pointing toward a clear path ahead.
dirigente

leader

La dirigente del sindicato convocó a una reunión.

A colorful stack of different paper banknotes and shiny gold coins.
divisa

foreign currency

Necesito cambiar divisas antes de mi viaje a Japón.

A small green plant growing out of a pile of gold coins, representing financial growth.
económicamente

economically

El país está mejorando económicamente.

A colorful illustration of a hand pointing at a simplified blueprint or flow chart, demonstrating the action of carrying out a plan successfully.
ejecutivo

executive

Necesitamos una decisión ejecutiva rápida para resolver el problema.

A hiker at the base of a mountain path, putting on a backpack and looking up at the trail with determination.
emprender

to undertake

Decidió emprender un negocio de café orgánico.

A modern professional office building with large glass windows and a small green tree in front.
empresarial

business

Necesitamos un nuevo plan empresarial para el próximo año.

A man in a smart suit holding a briefcase and a smartphone, standing in front of a modern office building.
empresario

businessman

El empresario fundó su primera compañía a los veinte años.

A high-quality storybook illustration showing one simple character being tricked into giving a large gold coin to a second character who is concealing a small, worthless brown pebble in their other hand.
estafa

scam

La policía está investigando una estafa por internet que afectó a muchos ancianos.

A suspicious person in a dark hoodie handing a fake gold coin to an unsuspecting person in exchange for a bag of money.
estafar

to scam

Intentaron estafarme con un correo falso.

A large cargo ship loaded with colorful containers sailing on the ocean towards the horizon.
exportación

export

La exportación de fruta es importante para este país.

A large cargo ship carrying colorful containers across the blue ocean.
exportar

to export

México exporta muchos aguacates a los Estados Unidos.

A friendly person in a blue apron standing in a workshop, holding a finished wooden toy car they just made.
fabricante

manufacturer

El fabricante de este televisor ofrece dos años de garantía.

A person handing a small stack of golden coins to another person who is holding a miniature model of a house.
financiación

financing

¿Ofrecen financiación para comprar este ordenador?

A friendly person handing a large, glowing coin to another person who is building a small wooden house.
financiamiento

financing

Necesitamos financiamiento para comprar una casa.

A friendly person in a suit handing a large bag of money to a builder standing in front of a half-finished house.
financiar

to finance

El banco va a financiar mi casa nueva.

A stack of gold coins and a small leather pouch on a wooden table.
finanzas

finances

Quiero mejorar mis finanzas personales este año.

A friendly person wearing a neat business suit stands in a brightly lit, organized office, holding a clipboard and giving a positive thumbs-up gesture.
gerente

manager

La gerente de ventas aprobó la nueva estrategia.

A large white colonial-style house with a red tiled roof and a wide porch, surrounded by lush green fields and trees.
hacienda

estate

Visitamos una antigua hacienda de café en Colombia.

A large cargo ship entering a busy port carrying colorful shipping containers.
importación

importation

La importación de frutas tropicales es necesaria en invierno.

A person in a simple suit watering a small green plant that is growing out of a pile of gold coins.
inversionista

investor

La inversionista decidió comprar acciones en la nueva empresa tecnológica.

A colorful map of the world with several different national flags planted in various continents.
multinacional

multinational

Trabajo en una empresa multinacional.

Two people sitting at a small table, shaking hands in agreement over a document.
negociador

negotiator

El negociador de la empresa consiguió un aumento de sueldo para todos.

A person in a business suit handing a large gold trophy and a bag of money to a smiling athlete.
patrocinador

sponsor

El equipo de fútbol tiene un nuevo patrocinador.

A colorful statue of a saint being carried through a town square decorated with colorful flags.
patronal

patronal

Mañana empiezan las fiestas patronales del pueblo.

A formal paper document with a golden wax seal resting on a wooden desk.
póliza

insurance policy

Tengo una póliza para mi coche nuevo.

A row of thriving green plants in small pots with a watering can nearby, representing high output and growth.
productividad

productivity

Necesito mejorar mi productividad para terminar mis tareas pronto.

A person standing on a small stage holding a colorful megaphone and pointing towards a festive entrance.
promotor

promoter

El promotor del concierto anunció que las entradas están agotadas.

A lush, green garden with a small fruit tree overflowing with ripe apples, a basket of vegetables, and a bright sun shining above.
prosperidad

prosperity

Te deseo mucha salud y prosperidad en el año nuevo.

A friendly delivery person handing a large cardboard box to a shop owner at the door of a small bakery.
proveedor

supplier

Necesitamos un nuevo proveedor de café para la oficina.

A colorful billboard on a city street showing a bright, smiling sun.
publicitario

advertising

Vimos una campaña publicitaria muy creativa.

A colorful illustration of a wooden pencil snapped in two pieces.
quebrado

broken

Ten cuidado con ese plato, está quebrado.

A colorful ceramic piggy bank being filled with coins by diverse hands.
recaudar

to raise

Queremos recaudar dinero para el refugio de animales.

An unhappy person pointing at a broken toaster on a store counter.
reclamación

complaint

He puesto una reclamación porque el paquete nunca llegó.

A sad customer holding a broken toy at a store counter.
reclamo

complaint

He presentado un reclamo formal por el mal servicio.

A hand turning a large colorful dial to adjust the level of a light.
regulación

regulation

La regulación del tráfico es necesaria en las ciudades grandes.

A colorful valve wheel on a metal pipe controlling water flow.
regulador

regulator

Necesitamos cambiar el regulador de la bombona de gas.

A small wooden treasure chest overflowing with gold coins sitting on a wooden table.
rentable

profitable

Este pequeño negocio de café es muy rentable.

A friendly government worker in a suit handing a large, glowing gold coin to a farmer standing next to a small tractor.
subsidio

subsidy

El gobierno anunció un nuevo subsidio para las familias de bajos recursos.

A modern building with large glass windows and a prominent logo, representing a local branch of a company.
sucursal

branch

¿Dónde está la sucursal más cercana de este banco?

A person handing a gold coin to another person in exchange for a basket of fresh red apples.
transacción

transaction

La transacción bancaria se completó con éxito.

A person holding a small, colorful puzzle piece that represents a portion of a larger building in the background.
accionista

shareholder

Soy accionista de una pequeña empresa tecnológica.

An empty, weathered leather wallet lying open on a plain wooden table with no money inside.
bancarrota

bankruptcy

Mi empresa está en bancarrota.

A friendly shopkeeper standing behind a wooden counter filled with baskets of fresh fruit and vegetables.
comerciante

merchant

Mi abuelo era un comerciante de telas muy respetado.

A professional person in a suit pointing to a chart while talking to a colleague at a desk.
consultor

consultant

El consultor terminó el informe técnico ayer.

A person carrying a small cardboard box containing a plant and office supplies, walking away from a desk toward an open door.
dimitir

to resign

El presidente decidió dimitir tras el escándalo.

A professional person in a suit looking at a rising line graph on a large screen.
economista

economist

Mi hermana es una economista muy exitosa.

A massive, official red and yellow barrier blocking the path of a large blue cargo ship trying to enter a busy international port, symbolizing a trade ban.
embargo

embargo

Estados Unidos impuso un embargo comercial a la isla.

A person in a dark hooded sweatshirt sneaking away with a large bag of money with a dollar sign on it.
estafador

swindler

El estafador me llamó diciendo que era del banco.

A manager in a suit standing next to a professional athlete on a field, holding a clipboard and talking.
mánager

manager

El mánager del cantante canceló la gira.

A single colorful house standing alone on a small island, representing exclusive control.
monopolio

monopoly

El gobierno quiere romper el monopolio de la compañía de teléfonos.

A friendly historical merchant standing behind a wooden stall filled with colorful fabrics and spices.
mercader

merchant

El mercader vendía especias de tierras lejanas.

B2Upper Intermediate (21 words)

A tall stack of gold coins rapidly growing next to a small, brightly colored factory building, symbolizing rapid economic growth.
boom

boom

El país experimentó un boom inmobiliario en los años 90.

A bustling marketplace with various stalls, colorful merchandise, and people exchanging coins for goods.
capitalismo

capitalism

El capitalismo se basa en la propiedad privada.

Two people shaking hands over a small table, one person is smiling and nodding as they reach across.
concesión

concession

Ninguno de los dos bandos quiso hacer una concesión.

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration of a friendly person handing a basket of fresh food and a warm blanket to a grateful family.
prestación

benefit

He solicitado la prestación por desempleo tras perder mi trabajo.

An empty piggy bank lying on its side with a single small coin next to it.
quiebra

bankruptcy

La aerolínea se declaró en quiebra después de la crisis.

A child happily receiving a shiny new bicycle from a parent.
adquisición

acquisition

La adquisición de un nuevo idioma requiere mucha práctica.

A colorful food truck serving customers on a busy city street, representing a product being brought to the public.
comercialización

commercialization

La comercialización de este nuevo teléfono empezará el próximo mes.

A person handing a small envelope to a friendly government worker at a desk.
contribuyente

taxpayer

Cada contribuyente debe presentar su declaración antes de mayo.

A piggy bank with a single small coin inside, sitting next to a pile of unpaid paper bills.
déficit

deficit

El país tiene un gran déficit comercial este año.

A person carrying a cardboard box filled with office supplies, walking away from an empty desk toward an open door.
dimisión

resignation

El director presentó su dimisión esta mañana.

A group of carpenters in matching aprons standing together holding wooden planks and tools.
gremio

union

El gremio de taxistas está en huelga hoy.

A friendly person handing a pouch of coins to another person who has a small bandage on their arm.
indemnización

compensation

La aerolínea me dio una indemnización por el retraso del vuelo.

A bustling open-air market stall with baskets of fresh fruits and vegetables.
mercantil

commercial

Necesitamos un abogado experto en derecho mercantil.

A piggy bank sitting next to a small stack of gold coins and a simple paper list.
presupuestario

budgetary

El gobierno anunció un nuevo recorte presupuestario.

A public park gate being unlocked by a person in a suit, symbolizing the transfer of a public space to private management.
privatización

privatization

La privatización de los servicios de agua fue muy criticada.

A wooden box being filled with various coins and paper bills from hands.
recaudación

collection

La recaudación de impuestos es necesaria para los servicios públicos.

A sad-looking, empty pink piggy bank sitting on a plain wooden table.
recesión

recession

El país entró en una recesión económica el año pasado.

A small green plant with vibrant leaves growing out of a pile of shiny gold coins inside a simple clay pot.
rentabilidad

profitability

Queremos mejorar la rentabilidad de nuestra pequeña tienda.

A bustling community market where people are trading goods and interacting, showing a mix of social connection and economic activity.
socioeconómico

socioeconomic

El nivel socioeconómico de la región ha mejorado mucho este año.

A friendly government worker in a suit handing a large, glowing gold coin to a small business owner in an apron.
subvención

subsidy

El gobierno ofreció una subvención para la compra de coches eléctricos.

A classic Spanish bank building with stone columns and large wooden doors.
banesto

Banesto

Mi abuelo tuvo su primera cuenta de ahorros en Banesto.

Grammar Tips

Gender and Number Agreement

Many business terms are nouns that require gender and number agreement with articles and adjectives. For example, 'la empresa' (the company) is feminine, so you'd say 'la gran empresa' (the big company). Plurals are usually formed by adding -s or -es, like 'los bancos' (the banks).

Common Suffixes

Notice common suffixes like '-ción' (e.g., 'la corporación', 'la transacción') and '-dor/-dora' (e.g., 'el inversor'/'la inversora' - the investor). These suffixes often indicate a concept or a person involved in an action, helping you deduce meanings of new words.

Verbs for Business Actions

Many business activities are expressed using common verbs. For instance, 'invertir' (to invest), 'comerciar' (to trade), 'administrar' (to manage), and 'producir' (to produce) are fundamental. Remember to conjugate them correctly based on the subject.

Common Mistakes

Adjective Placement

Mistake:La bancaria compañía es grande.

Correction: La compañía bancaria es grande. — In Spanish, adjectives describing a noun's type or function (like 'bancaria' describing the company) usually come AFTER the noun, not before.

Verb Conjugation

Mistake:Yo administrar la empresa mañana.

Correction: Yo administraré la empresa mañana. OR Voy a administrar la empresa mañana. — You need to use the future tense ('administraré') or the 'ir a + infinitive' construction ('voy a administrar') to express future actions, not the infinitive alone.

Gender Agreement

Mistake:El economía está mal.

Correction: La economía está mal. — 'Economía' is a feminine noun in Spanish, so it requires the feminine article 'la', not the masculine 'el'.

Cultural Notes

Latin America vs. Spain

While core business terms are universal, regional variations exist. For instance, 'negocios' is a general term for business, but specific industries or market focuses might have unique local jargon. Be aware that economic policies and market structures can differ significantly between Spain and various Latin American countries.

Importance of Relationships

In many Spanish-speaking cultures, business relationships are built on trust and personal connections, often more so than in some Anglo-Saxon cultures. 'Conocer gente' (to meet people) and building rapport can be as vital as the economic fundamentals themselves.

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