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

📅 Published: September 4, 2025

💼 Spanish for Business

presidir

verb • /[preh-see-DEER]/

to preside

Example:

El gerente va a presidir la junta ejecutiva.

The manager will preside over the executive board.

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🧠 What does presidir mean?

The Spanish verb "presidir" means "to preside" or "to chair" in English. It refers to the act of leading or directing a meeting, ceremony, or organization. Think of it as being the person in charge, the one who officially runs things. It implies a certain level of authority and formality.

📚 Extra examples

  • Ella presidió la reunión del consejo.
    She presided over the board meeting.
  • El rey presidió la ceremonia de apertura.
    The king presided over the opening ceremony.
  • El juez preside el tribunal.
    The judge presides over the court.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to preside' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'to preside' in Spanish is 'presidir'.
How do you pronounce 'presidir' in Spanish?
It's pronounced preh-see-DEER. The stress falls on the last syllable.
How do you use 'presidir' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'Ella presidió la reunión' (She presided over the meeting), or 'El director presidió la conferencia' (The director presided over the conference).
What is the English translation of 'presidir'?
'Presidir' translates to 'to preside' or 'to chair' in English.
Does 'presidir' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'presidir' conjugates like a regular -ir verb. The ending changes depending on who is doing the presiding (I, you, he/she/it, we, they).
Is 'presidir' common in everyday Spanish?
While not as common as words like 'comer' (to eat) or 'hablar' (to speak), 'presidir' is used regularly in formal contexts, especially in business and official settings.
Does 'presidir' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'presidir' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a fairly straightforward and formal verb.
Is 'presidir' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'presidir' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'presidir' in Spanish?
Here's the present tense: yo presido, tú presides, él/ella/usted preside, nosotros/nosotras presidimos, vosotros/vosotras presidís, ellos/ellas/ustedes presiden.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "presidir"

Synonyms: dirigir, liderar, encabezar

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'presidir' comes from the Latin word 'praesidere', which means 'to sit before' or 'to guard'.

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