Spanish Phrase
Considera contratar a un DJ profesional.
Meaning
The sentence advises someone to think about hiring a professional DJ. It is a polite suggestion, often used when planning parties, weddings, or other events that need music.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are discussing event planning with a friend, a client, or a colleague, especially if you want to emphasize the benefit of a professional service rather than a casual, amateur setup.
✦Grammar Breakdown
ConsideracontrataraunDJprofesional
Imperative form
‘Considera’ is the formal (usted) imperative of the verb ‘considerar’, used to give a polite suggestion.
Infinitive after imperative
After an imperative, the verb that follows is kept in its infinitive form: ‘contratar’.
Personal ‘a’
When the direct object refers to a person (or a personified entity like a DJ), Spanish uses the personal ‘a’ before it.
Indefinite article
‘un’ introduces a non‑specific DJ, meaning any professional DJ could be hired.
Adjective placement
‘profesional’ follows the noun it modifies, which is the usual order in Spanish.
🗨In Conversation
¿Qué música pondremos para la boda?
What music will we play for the wedding?
Considera contratar a un DJ profesional; así tendrás una lista variada y buen sonido.
Consider hiring a professional DJ; that way you'll have a varied playlist and good sound.
✕Common Mistakes
Considera a contratar un DJ profesional.
The personal ‘a’ goes before the direct object, not before the infinitive verb.
Considera contratar un DJ profesional.
Omitting the personal ‘a’ before a person is a frequent error; it sounds unnatural in Spanish.
Considera contratar a DJ profesional.
The article ‘un’ is needed because you are referring to any professional DJ, not a specific one.
↔Alternatives
Piensa en contratar a un DJ profesional.
Think about hiring a professional DJ.
Vale la pena contratar a un DJ profesional.
It's worth hiring a professional DJ.
Sería buena idea contratar a un DJ profesional.
It would be a good idea to hire a professional DJ.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking countries, hiring a DJ is a standard part of celebrations such as weddings, quinceañeras, and corporate events. Using ‘contratar’ signals a formal, professional arrangement, which is often expected for larger gatherings. Remember that the personal ‘a’ before ‘un DJ’ is mandatory because a DJ is a person, not an object.