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

📅 Published: September 14, 2025

💼 Spanish for Business

responsable

adjective • /[res-pon-SAH-bleh]/

responsible

Example:

Juan es responsable del informe mensual.

Juan is responsible for the monthly report.

🧠 What does responsable mean?

The Spanish word 'responsable' means responsible, accountable, or liable. It describes someone or something in charge of something or answerable for something. It's used similarly to the English equivalent, covering everything from small tasks to major duties.

📚 Extra examples

  • Soy responsable de las redes sociales de la empresa.
    I'm responsible for the company's social media.
  • Ella es una persona muy responsable.
    She's a very responsible person.
  • El equipo es responsable del proyecto.
    The team is responsible for the project.
  • Buscamos a alguien responsable y proactivo.
    We are looking for someone responsible and proactive.
  • Él es el responsable de este desastre.
    He is responsible for this disaster.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'responsable' comes from the Latin word 'responsabilis'.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "responsable"

Synonyms: encargado, a cargo de, culpable (when implying blame)
Opposites: irresponsable, negligente

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'responsible' in Spanish?
The word for 'responsible' in Spanish is 'responsable'.
How do you pronounce 'responsable' in Spanish?
It's pronounced ress-pon-SAH-bleh. The stress is on the third syllable.
How do you use 'responsable' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'Soy responsable de mi trabajo' (I'm responsible for my work), or 'Ella es una persona responsable' (She's a responsible person).
What is the English translation of 'responsable'?
The English translation of 'responsable' is 'responsible'.
Does 'responsable' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'responsable' changes to agree with the noun it modifies. For example, 'el chico responsable' (the responsible boy), 'la chica responsable' (the responsible girl), 'los chicos responsables' (the responsible boys), and 'las chicas responsables' (the responsible girls).
Is 'responsable' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'responsable' is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Does 'responsable' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'responsable' doesn't really have any slang or double meanings. It's a pretty straightforward word.
Is 'responsable' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'responsable' are generally the same across Spain and Latin America.

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