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patente means patent — a common term in Spanish for Business. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: January 22, 2026

💼 Spanish for Business

patente

noun • /[pa-TEN-te]/

patent

Example:

Registraron una nueva patente.

They registered a new patent.

🧠 What does patente mean?

A patent is an exclusive right granted for an invention, which is a product or a process that provides, in general, a new way of doing something, or offers a new technical solution to a problem. It protects the invention and gives the patent holder the sole right to exploit it commercially for a limited period.

📚 Extra examples

  • La empresa solicitó una patente para su nuevo software innovador.
    The company applied for a patent for its new innovative software.
  • El inventor recibió una patente que le permite vender su dispositivo en todo el mundo.
    The inventor received a patent that allows him to sell his device worldwide.
  • Es importante registrar la patente antes de divulgar la invención.
    It is important to register the patent before disclosing the invention.
  • El proceso de obtención de una patente puede ser largo y complejo.
    The process of obtaining a patent can be long and complex.

💡 Did You Know?

The concept of patents dates back centuries, with early forms of patent systems emerging in ancient Greece and the Republic of Venice in the 15th century.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "patente"

Synonyms: derecho exclusivo, privilegio de invención

🔍 See more spanish for business words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'patent' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'patent' is 'patente'.
How do you pronounce 'patente' in Spanish?
The pronunciation of 'patente' is pah-TEN-teh. The stress is on the second syllable.
How do you use 'patente' in a sentence?
A sentence using 'patente' would be: 'La nueva tecnología está protegida por una patente.' (The new technology is protected by a patent.)
What is the English translation of 'patente'?
The English translation of 'patente' is 'patent'.
Does 'patente' change for gender or number?
As a noun, 'patente' is feminine and does not change for gender. The plural form is 'patentes'.
Is 'patente' common in everyday Spanish?
While 'patente' is a specific legal and business term, it is understood in general conversation, especially when discussing inventions, intellectual property, or business innovation.
Does 'patente' have slang or double meanings?
In standard Spanish, 'patente' primarily refers to the legal protection for an invention. It does not typically carry slang or significant double meanings in this context.
Is 'patente' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The core meaning and usage of 'patente' as a legal term for an invention protection is consistent across Spain and Latin America.

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