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

📅 Published: September 5, 2025

💼 Spanish for Business

segmento

noun • /[sehm-GEHN-toh]/

segment

Example:

Analiza cada segmento del mercado objetivo.

Analyze each segment of the target market.

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🧠 What does segmento mean?

In the business world, 'segmento' refers to a portion or section of a larger market or group, often divided based on shared characteristics like demographics, buying habits, or needs. Think of it like slicing a pie into different pieces – each slice represents a different segment. More generally, outside of business, 'segmento' can also refer to a section or part of something, like a segment of an orange or a segment of a TV show.

📚 Extra examples

  • El segmento de mercado al que nos dirigimos son jóvenes profesionales.
    The market segment we are targeting is young professionals.
  • Este segmento del programa es sobre la economía española.
    This segment of the program is about the Spanish economy.
  • Han dividido el proyecto en tres segmentos.
    They have divided the project into three segments.
  • El segmento de la población mayor de 65 años está creciendo.
    The segment of the population over 65 is growing.
  • Necesitamos analizar cada segmento del mercado cuidadosamente.
    We need to analyze each market segment carefully.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'segment' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'segment' is 'segmento'.
How do you pronounce 'segmento' in Spanish?
It's pronounced seg-MEN-toh, with the emphasis on the second syllable.
How do you use 'segmento' in a sentence?
Here's an example: 'El segmento de mercado al que nos dirigimos son jóvenes profesionales,' meaning 'The market segment we are targeting is young professionals.'
What is the English translation of 'segmento'?
'Segmento' translates to 'segment' in English.
Does 'segmento' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'segmento' is a masculine noun. The plural form is 'segmentos'.
Is 'segmento' common in everyday Spanish?
While understood by most, 'segmento' is more commonly used in formal contexts, especially in business and technical discussions. It's less frequent in casual conversation.
Does 'segmento' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'segmento' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. Its meaning is pretty straightforward.
Is 'segmento' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'segmento' are generally the same across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "segmento"

Synonyms: parte, sección, porción, fracción

💡 Did You Know?

While commonly used in a business sense, 'segmento' can also be used in other fields like geometry, referring to a part of a line or circle.

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