apoderado
/apodeˈɾado/masculine
The English word proxy can be translated into Spanish as apoderado. If unsure, use apoderado. Wiktionary also lists podatario and poderante.
Meaning: agent or substitute authorized to act for another person (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| apoderado | /apodeˈɾado/ | masculine |
| podatario | /podataɾjo/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
| poderante | /podeɾante/ (from spelling rules) | feminine, masculine |
| nuestramo | /nwestɾamo/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
In legal and business contexts, apoderado is the standard term for a person authorized to act on behalf of another via a power of attorney.
What does it mean word for word?
The word apoderado is derived from the verb poder (to be able/to have power) and the suffix -ado, literally meaning one who has been given power.
Which one should you use?
While apoderado refers to the person receiving the authority (the proxy), poderante refers to the person granting the authority (the principal).
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine form apoderado changes to apoderada when referring to a female proxy.
How do you pronounce it?
/apodeˈɾado/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word poder is used both as a verb meaning 'to be able' and as a noun meaning 'power of attorney'. This means a lawyer might ask for your poder to act as your proxy.
- The root of apoderado is the same as the English word 'power', as both stem from the Proto-Indo-European root *pótis, meaning 'master' or 'lord'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, a 'proxy' for a business is often referred to as an apoderado general. This specific title grants the person broad authority to sign documents and make decisions without needing further permission.
Examples in context
- Para mejorar la seguridad en línea, te recomiendo que configures un servidor proxy en tu navegador.To improve online security, I recommend setting up a proxy server in your browser.
- El apoderado firmó el contrato en mi nombre.The proxy signed the contract on my behalf.
- Necesitamos un apoderado para la reunión de la junta.We need a proxy for the board meeting.
- Él actúa como mi apoderado legal.He acts as my legal proxy.
Example conversation
Javier and María are discussing legal arrangements for a property sale.
- Javier¿Has nombrado a un apoderado para la venta?Have you appointed a proxy for the sale?
- MaríaSí, Javier, mi hermano será el apoderado.Yes, Javier, my brother will be the proxy.
- JavierEs una buena idea para facilitar el proceso.It is a good idea to facilitate the process.
- MaríaExacto, así él puede firmar por mí.Exactly, that way he can sign for me.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “proxy” translations and entries apoderado, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries apoderado, CC BY-SA 4.0.
