Comprador (en. Buyer)

/kom-pra-ˈdor/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Individual who acquires goods or services in exchange for money.
The buyer decided to purchase the car after analyzing several options.
El comprador decidió adquirir el coche después de analizar varias opciones.
Customer who makes a purchase in an establishment.
The buyer always looks for the best deals on the market.
El comprador siempre busca las mejores ofertas en el mercado.
Person who buys at a sale or auction.
The buyer raised their hand to offer more money for the painting.
El comprador levantó la mano para ofrecer más dinero por la pintura.

Etymology

From the verb 'comprar' with the suffix '-dor' indicating an agent.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Compulsive buyer
A person who buys excessively and without necessity.
comprador compulsivo
Frequent buyer
Regular customer of a store or service.
comprador frecuente
To confuse the buyer
To make the buyer confused or doubt at the moment of purchasing.
marear la perdiz al comprador

Related Words

Purchase
Action of acquiring something through payment.
compra
Sale
Action of offering something in exchange for money.
venta
Consumption
Use or enjoyment of goods and services.
consumo

Slang Meanings

Bargain hunter
A buyer who always seeks deals and low prices is considered a bargain hunter.
Un comprador que siempre busca ofertas y precios bajos es considerado un cazador de chollos.
Business shark
That buyer is a business shark; they always find the best opportunities.
Ese comprador es un tiburón del comercio; siempre encuentra las mejores oportunidades.