contratista
contractor
The Spanish word 'contratista' translates to 'contractor' in English. In the professional sphere, a 'contractor' is an individual or a business that provides services or completes tasks for other companies or individuals typically for a specified project and for a limited time. This contract-based work can span across different fields, such as construction, consulting, and freelancing among others.
Example sentences using: contratista
Mi padre es un contratista.
My father is a contractor.
This sentence is indicating someone’s profession. The person is saying that their father works as a contractor, which could imply he may be involved in any kind of work that requires a contractual agreement, like construction or electrical work.
Estoy buscando a un buen contratista.
I am looking for a good contractor.
Here the speaker is expressing that they are in search of a contractor, possibly for a specific job or task. They are adding 'good' as a qualifier indicating they want someone proficient in their work.
El contratista finalizó el proyecto ayer.
The contractor finished the project yesterday.
This sentence suggests that a contractor has completed a project the day before the present day. 'Proyecto' could refer to a broad range of tasks, from the construction of a house to a small repair job.