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“bureaucratic” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/buɾoˈkɾatiko/

Example

Este trámite es burocrático y tarda semanas.

This procedure is bureaucratic and takes weeks.

Illustration for burocrático (bureaucratic)

How to say “bureaucratic” in Spanish

“Bureaucratic” in Spanish is burocrático.

A stack of stamped official forms beside a thick rulebook.

Full entry for burocrático: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with burocrático

El sistema burocrático dificulta la atención al público.

The bureaucratic system hinders service to the public.

Tips for using burocrático

  • It commonly criticizes slow, paperwork-heavy procedures or institutions rather than serving as a personal insult, so speakers often point to the obstructive rules or steps to explain the complaint.

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