Spanish word

especialista

Pronunciation

IPA/espeθjaˈlista/

Meaning

  • noun (m./f.)specialist

Example

Mi hermano es especialista en informática.

My brother is a specialist in information technology.

Illustration for especialista (specialist)

More examples

Consulté a un especialista por mi dolor de espalda.

I consulted a specialist for my back pain.

Core concept

A professional who concentrates on a single field and is recognized for expertise.

Common phrases

  • ser especialista en informática

    be a specialist in information technology

  • consultar a un especialista

    consult a specialist

  • especialista médico

    medical specialist

Similar words

experto: Person with especially deep knowledge or long experience in a subject area.
profesional: Person who works in that field as a paid occupation and follows professional standards.
técnico: Person skilled in operating equipment and performing hands-on technical tasks.
asesor: Professional who gives expert advice or guidance to individuals or organizations.

Definition in Spanish

Nombra a quien se dedica profesionalmente a una actividad y tiene pericia reconocida en ella.

Word origin

From Spanish especial 'special' plus the agent suffix -ista, meaning a person associated with or practicing a specialty.

Usage tips

  • The noun has the same form for men and women, so use el or la or a gendered adjective to mark gender, and it commonly appears as especialista en + field.

Other meanings

  • specialist doctornoun
  • expertnoun

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