Liderazgo (en. Leadership)

/li.de.'ɾa.θɡo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The act of leading or guiding a group of people.
Leadership in the company is essential to achieve objectives.
El liderazgo en la empresa es fundamental para alcanzar los objetivos.
The ability to motivate and direct others.
His leadership has inspired the entire team.
Su liderazgo ha inspirado a todo el equipo.
Set of qualities possessed by a leader.
Leadership is based on trust and integrity.
El liderazgo se basa en la confianza y la integridad.

Etymology

It comes from the term 'leader' and the suffix '-azgo', which denotes action or effect.

Common Phrases and Expressions

effective leadership
Leadership style that achieves positive results.
liderazgo efectivo
transformational leadership
Leadership that inspires change and continuous improvement.
liderazgo transformacional
situational leadership
Adaptation of leadership style according to the situation.
liderazgo situacional

Related Words

leader
Person who directs or guides a group.
líder
to lead
To exercise leadership.
liderar
following
Action of following a leader or direction.
seguimiento

Slang Meanings

To lead informally or in a friendly manner.
That guy has a very close leadership style; he always listens to us.
Ese tipo tiene un liderazgo muy cercano, siempre nos escucha.
To be the one who makes decisions in a social group.
In our gang, he is the one who always has the leadership.
En nuestra pandilla, él es el que siempre tiene el liderazgo.