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

📅 Published: October 26, 2025

💼 Spanish for Business

subcontratar

verb • /[sub-kon-trah-TAR]/

to subcontract

Example:

Vamos a subcontratar el servicio de logística.

We will subcontract the logistics service.

🧠 What does subcontratar mean?

Subcontratar means to subcontract, which is when a company hires another company or individual (a third party) to perform a specific task, project, or part of their operations. This third party is often specialized in the outsourced work. Think of it like delegating a portion of your work to someone else.

📚 Extra examples

  • La empresa decidió subcontratar el servicio de atención al cliente.
    The company decided to subcontract customer service.
  • Subcontrataron a una empresa de desarrollo web para crear su nueva página.
    They subcontracted a web development company to create their new website.
  • Para reducir costos, muchas empresas subcontratan a freelancers.
    To reduce costs, many companies subcontract freelancers.

💡 Did You Know?

Outsourcing and subcontracting are often used interchangeably, but there's a subtle difference. Outsourcing is more general, while subcontracting refers to hiring a third party for specific tasks within a larger project.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "subcontratar"

Synonyms: externalizar, tercerizar

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to subcontract' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'to subcontract' is 'subcontratar'.
How do you pronounce 'subcontratar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'soob-kon-trah-TAHR'. The stress is on the last syllable.
How do you use 'subcontratar' in a sentence?
Here's an example: 'Para el proyecto, vamos a subcontratar a un equipo de expertos.' (For the project, we're going to subcontract a team of experts.)
What is the English translation of 'subcontratar'?
The English translation of 'subcontratar' is 'to subcontract'.
Does 'subcontratar' change for gender or number?
Yes, like most verbs, 'subcontratar' conjugates according to the subject. For example, 'yo subcontrato' (I subcontract), 'ellos subcontratan' (they subcontract).
Is 'subcontratar' common in everyday Spanish?
It's more common in business settings than in casual conversation. You're less likely to hear it at the grocery store than in a meeting.
Does 'subcontratar' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'subcontratar' is pretty straightforward and doesn't have any slang meanings or double meanings.
Is 'subcontratar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'subcontratar' are generally the same across Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'subcontratar' in Spanish?
Here's a simple present tense conjugation: Yo subcontrato, Tú subcontratas, Él/Ella/Usted subcontrata, Nosotros/as subcontratamos, Vosotros/as subcontratáis, Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes subcontratan.

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