profesionalismo
professionalism
noun proh-feh-syoh-nah-LEES-moh Rare
Origin: From profesional + -ismo
Usage Note
Profesionalismo is used in Latin America where Spain typically prefers profesionalidad. Both mean the quality of behaving professionally, but profesionalismo is the standard form in Mexican, Argentine, and Colombian Spanish. Learners should be aware of this regional split when writing formally.
Examples
"Su profesionalismo fue reconocido por toda la empresa."
Natural Translation
His professionalism was recognized by the entire company.
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