Director (en. Director)

/diˈrekt̪or/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Person in charge of the direction of a company or project.
The company director announced new changes in strategy.
El director de la empresa anunció nuevos cambios en la estrategia.
Responsible for the production of a film or a theatrical work.
The film director received several awards for his work.
El director de la película recibió varios premios por su trabajo.
Person in charge of the administrative management of an educational institution.
The school director met with the parents.
El director del colegio se reunió con los padres de familia.

Etymology

From Latin 'director', which means 'the one who directs'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

orchestra conductor
Person who directs a musical orchestra.
director de orquesta
executive director
High authority in a company that makes key decisions.
director ejecutivo
artistic director
Responsible for the creative aspect in artistic productions.
director artístico

Related Words

direct
Action of guiding or taking something to its destination.
dirigir
management
Action of managing or administering resources.
gestión

Slang Meanings

The 'boss' in a work environment.
The 'dir' always has the final word in decisions.
El 'dir' siempre tiene la última palabra en las decisiones.
Someone who makes tough decisions.
He faced the situation like a true 'dir'.
Afrontó la situación como un verdadero 'dir'.