técnico superior
/teɡniko supeɾjoɾ/from spelling rules
The English phrase "senior technician" is técnico superior in Spanish.
The term técnico superior refers to a senior technician. In many Spanish-speaking countries, this specifically denotes a professional who has completed a higher-level vocational or technical degree (often a two-year degree after high school).
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of técnico (technician) and superior (superior/higher), which is the standard way to denote a senior or higher-level position in Spanish.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some Latin American countries, Técnico Especializado is used to refer to a senior technician who specializes in a particular field.
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, both the noun and the adjective take the plural suffix, resulting in técnicos superiores.
How do you pronounce it?
/teɡniko supeɾjoɾ/
Did you know?
- In Spain, Técnico Superior is a legally protected professional title granted by the government, not just a job description.
- The word técnico shares an ancient root with the English word 'technique', both tracing back to the Greek word for 'art' or 'skill'.
- While 'senior' in English often refers to age or years of experience, superior in técnico superior refers strictly to the level of the academic degree obtained.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría contactar con un técnico superior para resolver el problema.I would like to get in touch with a senior technician to solve the issue.
- La empresa busca técnicos superiores con experiencia en el área.The company is looking for senior technicians with experience in the field.
- Él es un técnico superior en esta empresa.He is a senior technician at this company.
- Necesitamos contratar a un técnico superior para el proyecto.We need to hire a senior technician for the project.
- El técnico superior revisará la maquinaria mañana.The senior technician will check the machinery tomorrow.
Example conversation
In a modern office, María and Alejandro are discussing a job opening.
- MaríaAlejandro, ¿buscamos a un técnico superior?Alejandro, are we looking for a senior technician?
- AlejandroSí, María, necesitamos a alguien con mucha experiencia.Yes, María, we need someone with a lot of experience.
- MaríaEse técnico superior debe saber reparar estos motores.That senior technician must know how to repair these engines.
- AlejandroTienes razón, buscaré el perfil adecuado.You are right, I will look for the right profile.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries superior, técnico, CC BY-SA 4.0.
