Businessperson: meaning, definitions and examples
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businessperson
[ ˈbɪznəspɜːs(ə)n ]
professional
A businessperson is someone who works in the business world, typically in a managerial or entrepreneurial role. They are responsible for making decisions that impact the success and growth of a company.
Synonyms
entrepreneur, executive, manager, professional
Examples of usage
- Successful businesspeople are often driven, hard-working, and innovative.
- Many businesspeople have to travel frequently for meetings and conferences.
Translations
Translations of the word "businessperson" in other languages:
🇵🇹 empresário
🇮🇳 व्यवसायी
🇩🇪 Geschäftsperson
🇮🇩 pengusaha
🇺🇦 бізнесмен
🇵🇱 biznesmen
🇯🇵 実業家
🇫🇷 personne d'affaires
🇪🇸 empresario
🇹🇷 iş insanı
🇰🇷 사업가
🇸🇦 رجل أعمال
🇨🇿 podnikatel
🇸🇰 podnikateľ
🇨🇳 商人
🇸🇮 poslovnež
🇮🇸 viðskiptamaður
🇰🇿 кәсіпкер
🇬🇪 ბიზნესმენი
🇦🇿 iş adamı
🇲🇽 empresario
Etymology
The term 'businessperson' emerged in the mid-20th century as a gender-neutral alternative to 'businessman' or 'businesswoman'. It reflects the increasing participation of women in the business world and the recognition of their contributions. The role of a businessperson has evolved over time, from traditional business owners to modern-day entrepreneurs and executives.
See also: agribusiness, businesses, businessman, businesswoman.