English–Spanish

“predecessor” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsopredecesor

Pronunciation

IPA/anteθeˈsoɾ/

Example

Mi antecesor me dejó instrucciones muy claras.

My predecessor left me very clear instructions.

Illustration for antecesor (predecessor)

How to say “predecessor” in Spanish

“Predecessor” in Spanish is antecesor.

A former postholder leaving keys or documents for their successor.

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

Example sentences with antecesor

El antecesor del director estableció las bases del proyecto.

The director's predecessor established the foundations of the project.

Tips for using antecesor

  • Although resembling English ancestor, antecesor refers to a previous officeholder rather than a family ancestor, which is antepasado.

Other Spanish words for “predecessor”

Mi predecesor me dejó instrucciones claras.

My predecessor left clear instructions for me.

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