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Doctorado means doctorate — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: March 14, 2026

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

Doctorado

noun • /[dok-to-ra-DO]/

doctorate

Example:

Comenzó su doctorado el año pasado.

He began his doctorate last year.

🧠 What does Doctorado mean?

The term 'doctorado' refers to the highest academic degree awarded by universities, equivalent to a doctorate in English-speaking countries. It represents a significant level of specialized knowledge and research accomplishment in a particular field. Obtaining a doctorado typically involves extensive coursework, comprehensive examinations, and the completion of an original research dissertation or thesis.

📚 Extra examples

  • Ella está trabajando en su doctorado en física cuántica.
    She is working on her doctorate in quantum physics.
  • El profesor obtuvo su doctorado en literatura española en 2010.
    The professor earned his doctorate in Spanish literature in 2010.
  • Completa el doctorado requiere una dedicación considerable.
    Completing a doctorate requires considerable dedication.
  • Se espera que presente su tesis doctoral el próximo año para obtener el doctorado.
    He is expected to present his doctoral thesis next year to obtain his doctorate.

💡 Did You Know?

In many Spanish-speaking countries, a person holding a doctorate is often addressed formally as 'Doctor/Doctora', even outside of an academic setting, similar to how medical doctors are addressed.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "Doctorado"

Synonyms: grado doctoral, título de doctor
Opposites: licenciatura, maestría

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'doctorate' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'doctorate' is 'doctorado'.
How do you pronounce 'Doctorado' in Spanish?
'Doctorado' is pronounced dohck-toh-RAH-doh. The 'c' sounds like 'k', the 'o' sounds are generally open, the 'r' is slightly rolled, and the 'd' at the end is softer than in English.
How do you use 'Doctorado' in a sentence?
'Doctorado' is used to refer to the academic degree itself. For example, 'Él tiene un doctorado en historia' (He has a doctorate in history) or 'Está cursando el doctorado' (She is pursuing her doctorate).
What is the English translation of 'Doctorado'?
The English translation of 'Doctorado' is 'doctorate'.
Does 'Doctorado' change for gender or number?
No, 'doctorado' is a masculine singular noun and does not change for gender or number. The degree itself is referred to consistently as 'doctorado'.
Is 'Doctorado' common in everyday Spanish?
'Doctorado' is not a word used in casual, everyday conversation for most people. It is primarily relevant in academic contexts or when discussing higher education and professional achievements in specialized fields.
Does 'Doctorado' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'doctorado' does not have common slang or double meanings. It strictly refers to the academic degree of a doctorate.
Is 'Doctorado' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The term 'doctorado' is used consistently across Spain and Latin America to refer to the doctorate degree. While the structure and requirements of doctoral programs might vary slightly between institutions and countries, the term itself is standard.

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