Business Meetings in Spanish

Romanic language originating in the Iberian Peninsula.

In the professional world, the ability to conduct business meetings in Spanish can be a valuable asset. This unit will guide you through the process of setting up a meeting, participating in a meeting, and discussing projects, deadlines, and tasks in Spanish.

Setting Up a Meeting

When setting up a meeting in Spanish, it's important to know how to express dates, times, and locations. Here are some useful phrases:

• "La reunión será el..." (The meeting will be on...)
• "La reunión comenzará a las..." (The meeting will start at...)
• "La reunión se llevará a cabo en..." (The meeting will take place at...)

Participating in a Meeting

During a meeting, you'll need to know how to express your ideas, ask questions, and respond to others. Here are some phrases that might come in handy:

• "Me gustaría hablar sobre..." (I would like to talk about...)
• "¿Podría explicar eso un poco más?" (Could you explain that a bit more?)
• "Estoy de acuerdo con..." (I agree with...)
• "No estoy de acuerdo con..." (I disagree with...)

Discussing Projects, Deadlines, and Tasks

When discussing work-related topics in Spanish, it's important to know specific vocabulary related to projects, deadlines, and tasks. Here are some examples:

• "proyecto" (project)
• "fecha límite" or "plazo" (deadline)
• "tarea" (task)
• "responsabilidad" (responsibility)
• "objetivo" (goal)

Here are some sentences you might use:

• "El proyecto debe completarse para el..." (The project needs to be completed by...)
• "La tarea principal es..." (The main task is...)
• "Nuestro objetivo es..." (Our goal is...)

By mastering these phrases and vocabulary, you'll be well-equipped to conduct business meetings in Spanish. Remember, practice makes perfect, so try to use these new skills as often as possible.