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adopción

ah-dop-SYOHN/a.ðopˈθjon/

“adopción” means “adoption” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

adoption

Also: fostering
NounfA2
A storybook illustration showing two smiling parents lovingly hugging a young child, symbolizing the formation of a family through adoption.

📝 In Action

La adopción de su hijo fue un proceso largo pero feliz.

A2

The adoption of their son was a long but happy process.

Ella habló sobre la importancia de la adopción en la sociedad.

B1

She spoke about the importance of adoption in society.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • acogimiento (fostering/taking in)
  • apadrinamiento (sponsorship)

Common Collocations

  • solicitar la adopción – to apply for adoption
  • proceso de adopción – adoption process

adoption

Also: implementation, acceptance
NounfB2formal
A storybook illustration showing three figures collaboratively lifting a large, geometric, brightly colored object onto a pedestal, representing the successful acceptance and implementation of a new idea or measure.

📝 In Action

El congreso votó a favor de la adopción de las nuevas medidas económicas.

B2

Congress voted in favor of the adoption of the new economic measures.

La adopción de la tecnología 5G ha sido rápida en el país.

C1

The adoption of 5G technology has been rapid in the country.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • puesta en práctica (implementation/putting into practice)
  • aceptación (acceptance)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • promover la adopción – to promote the adoption (of a policy)
  • adopción de un acuerdo – adoption of an agreement

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "adopción" in Spanish:

adoption→fostering→

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Quick Quiz: adopción

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'adopción' in the sense of implementing a new rule?

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This word comes from the Latin term *adoptio*, meaning 'a choosing' or 'taking as one's own.' It shares roots with the Spanish verb 'optar' (to opt or choose).

First recorded: 13th century (in similar forms)

Cognates (Related words)

English: adoptionFrench: adoption

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Frequently Asked Questions

¿Cuál es la diferencia entre 'adopción' y 'acogida'?

La 'adopción' es un proceso legal y permanente que establece la paternidad o maternidad completa. La 'acogida' (or 'acogimiento') es una medida temporal para cuidar a un niño sin transferir la responsabilidad legal permanente.

Does 'adopción' only apply to children?

No. While most commonly used for children or pets, 'adopción' is also used formally for accepting new laws, policies, technologies, or even cultural practices.