Spanish word

abogado

Pronunciation

IPA/aβoˈɣaðo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounlawyer

Example

Necesito hablar con mi abogado.

I need to talk to my lawyer.

Illustration for abogado (lawyer)

More examples

Si necesitas asesoría, consulta a un abogado.

If you need advice, consult a lawyer.

Core concept

A legal professional who advises clients and represents them in legal matters.

Common phrases

  • buscar abogado

    look for a lawyer

  • llamar al abogado

    call the lawyer

Similar words

defensor: Defends a defendant's rights and presents legal arguments for them in court.
fiscal: Prosecutes criminal charges and represents the state's case before a court.
juez: Determines facts and applies the law to issue judgments and rulings in court.
procurador: Manages court procedures and represents a client in filings and communications with the court.

Definition in Spanish

Profesional del derecho que asesora a personas y las representa en asuntos legales.

Word origin

From Latin advocatus 'one called to', Spanish abogado developed to mean a lawyer who provides legal counsel and client representation.

Usage tips

  • When contacting an abogado, stating the legal area (for example familia, laboral, penal) helps the lawyer give a more focused response.

Other meanings

  • attorneynoun
  • legal counselnoun

Related words

  • abogadafemale lawyernoun

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