Gestiones (en. Procedures)
[xesˈtiones]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Administrative actions taken to carry out a procedure.
The tasks to obtain the permit were long and complicated.
Las gestiones para obtener el permiso fueron largas y complicadas.
A set of actions necessary to achieve a goal.
She took care of all the arrangements for the organization of the event.
Ella se encargó de todas las gestiones para la organización del evento.
Etymology
From the Latin 'gestio', which means 'the action of carrying out'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to carry out tasks
To carry out procedures or actions to achieve something.
hacer gestiones
administrative tasks
Actions related to administration and the management of official documents.
gestiones administrativas
personal tasks
Procedures that a person carries out on their own.
gestiones personales
Related Words
gestión
Action of managing something or the process of administration.
gestión
trámite
Procedure or formality that must be fulfilled.
trámite
administración
Action or effect of managing, managing resources.
administración
Slang Meanings
To carry out errands quickly.
I'm going to handle some tasks, I won't be long.
Voy a hacer unas gestiones, no tardo.
To follow up on a matter.
I need to manage this situation well so that it doesn't complicate.
Necesito gestionar bien esta situación para que no se complique.