contratista general
/kontɾatista xeneɾal/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'general contractor' is contratista general in Spanish.
The term is used to describe a contractor hired to manage a project.
Meaning: contractor hired to manage a project (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
This is a literal translation where contratista means 'contractor' and general means 'general'.
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, both the noun and the adjective must take the plural suffix -s, resulting in los contratistas generales. You can also use the feminine article la before the noun to refer to a female contractor, as in la contratista general.
How do you pronounce it?
/kontɾatista xeneɾal/
Did you know?
- In a Spanish construction environment, the contratista is often addressed as el maestro or maestro de obra as a sign of respect for their technical expertise.
- The term contratista is frequently used in political contexts in some Latin American countries to describe private companies hired by the government for public works, often carrying a connotation of potential corruption.
- In some Latin American countries, the phrase obra negra is used to describe the stage of a project where the contratista has finished the structural shell but not the finishing touches.
Examples in context
- Quisiera contratar a un contratista general para mi próximo proyecto de construcción.I would like to hire a general contractor for my upcoming construction project.
- Estoy buscando un empresario constructor con experiencia para liderar mi proyecto de construcción.I am looking for an experienced general contractor to lead my construction project.
- He contratado a un administrador de obras para que supervise todo el proyecto de construcción.I have hired a general contractor to oversee the entire construction project.
- Conozco a un buen maestro de obra que podría ayudarte con tu proyecto.I know a good general contractor who could assist you with your project.
- Estoy buscando un constructor responsable y eficiente para mi proyecto de remodelación.I am looking for a responsible and efficient general contractor for my remodeling project.
- El jefe de obra está supervisando el progreso de la construcción del edificio.The general contractor is supervising the progress of the building construction.
- Necesito un contratista general que tenga experiencia en construcciones residenciales.I need a general contractor with experience in residential construction.
- Espero que el maestro de obra cuente con un equipo eficiente y bien organizado.I expect the general contractor to have an efficient and well-organized team.
- Es fundamental que el contratista general entregue el proyecto antes de la fecha acordada.It is crucial that the general contractor delivers the project before the agreed-upon date.
- Necesitamos contratar a un contratista general.We need to hire a general contractor.
- El contratista general dará el presupuesto mañana.The general contractor will give the estimate tomorrow.
- Busco un contratista general para mi casa.I am looking for a general contractor for my house.
Example conversation
Lucía and Mateo are discussing home renovations.
- LucíaMateo, ¿ya buscaste un contratista general?Mateo, have you looked for a general contractor yet?
- MateoTodavía no, pero tengo algunas recomendaciones.Not yet, but I have some recommendations.
- LucíaEs importante que el contratista general sea confiable.It is important that the general contractor is reliable.
- MateoTienes razón, llamaré a uno hoy mismo.You are right, I will call one today.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
