Spanish Conversation · Level 78
60 words
Spanish word
buceador
Pronunciation
IPA/buθeaˈðoɾ/
Meaning
- masculine noundiver
Example
El buceador se preparó para bucear.
The diver prepared to dive.
More examples
El buceador profesional inspeccionó el equipo.
The professional diver inspected the equipment.
Core concept
Person who dives underwater for work or recreation.
Common phrases
buceador profesional
professional diver
buceador certificado
certified diver
Similar words
buzo: Person who dives underwater wearing scuba gear, in informal speech.
Definition in Spanish
Persona que practica el buceo, ya sea como actividad recreativa o como profesión.
Word origin
The noun derives from the verb bucear 'to dive' plus the agentive suffix -dor, literally meaning 'one who dives'.
Usage tips
- In informal speech buceador is often shortened to buzo, but in some countries such as Argentina buzo commonly means 'sweatshirt', so context matters.