Manager (en. Manager)

/ˈmænədʒər/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who occupies a position of authority in a company or project.
The team manager made an important decision.
El manager del equipo tomó una decisión importante.
A professional responsible for the performance and strategy of a work group.
The manager presented the results of the last campaign.
El manager presentó los resultados de la última campaña.
A person in charge of coordinating and supervising activities.
The manager organized a meeting to discuss progress.
El manager organizó una reunión para discutir el progreso.

Etymology

From the English 'manager', which comes from the Old French 'managier', derived from 'manège' meaning 'to control'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

project manager
Responsible for the planning and execution of projects.
manager de proyecto
sales manager
In charge of leading the sales department.
manager de ventas
human resources manager
Responsible for personnel management in an organization.
manager de recursos humanos

Related Words

leader
A person who guides or directs a group.
lider
coordinator
A person who organizes and harmonizes activities.
coordinador
supervisor
A person who supervises the work of others.
supervisor

Slang Meanings

Boss
That new boss is quite demanding.
Ese nuevo jefe es bastante exigente.
Guru
My business guru always has good ideas.
Mi gurú del negocio siempre tiene buenas ideas.