Spanish word

estrategia

Pronunciation

IPA/estɾaˈtexja/

Meaning

  • feminine nounstrategy

Example

Necesitamos una estrategia para ahorrar.

We need a strategy to save money.

Illustration for estrategia (strategy)

More examples

Para mejorar, debes practicar con una estrategia de estudio.

To improve, you should practice with a study strategy.

Core concept

Organized set of coordinated actions aimed at a specific goal.

Common phrases

  • una estrategia de estudio

    a study strategy

  • cambiar de estrategia

    change strategy

  • una estrategia a largo plazo

    a long-term strategy

Similar words

plan: Prearranged sequence of steps and preparations made in advance to reach an aim.
táctica: Short-term concrete actions taken in response to immediate situations to secure results.
método: Systematic procedure following a fixed sequence of steps for consistent execution.
enfoque: Guiding perspective or central way of thinking that shapes how to approach a task.

Definition in Spanish

Conjunto de medidas organizadas para lograr un fin concreto.

Word origin

From Greek stratēgia 'generalship', via Latin and Old French into Spanish, originally referring to military command and later extended to organized plans.

Usage tips

  • Often used with de to specify field or purpose (estrategia de ahorro, estrategia de marketing), and contrasted with táctica for short-term actions rather than long-term planning.

Other meanings

  • plannoun

Opposites

Related words

  • estratégicostrategicadjective
  • estratégicamentestrategicallyadverb
  • estrategastrategistnoun

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