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adopción

/ah-dop-SYOHN/

adoption

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

The legal process of becoming a parent is called adopción.

adopción(noun)

fA2

adoption

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legal process of becoming a parent

Also:

fostering

?

in some informal contexts, though less accurate

📝 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

💡 Grammar Points

Gender Check

Remember that 'adopción' is always feminine, so you must use feminine articles and adjectives with it (e.g., 'la adopción', 'una adopción exitosa').

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing the Verb and Noun

Mistake: "Usar 'adoptar' (the verb) instead of 'adopción' (the noun) when naming the concept. E.g., 'La adoptar es difícil.'"

Correction: Use the noun: 'La adopción es difícil.' (Adoption is difficult.)

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal Language

This word is often used in legal or formal contexts, but it's essential for everyday conversation about family structure.

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.

Adopción also refers to the acceptance or implementation of a measure or idea.

adopción(noun)

fB2

adoption

?

acceptance or implementation of a measure or idea

Also:

implementation

?

putting a plan into action

,

acceptance

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of a new policy

📝 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

  • rechazo (rejection)

Common Collocations

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

💡 Grammar Points

The 'De' Connection

When talking about what is being adopted (an idea or measure), you almost always follow 'adopción' with the preposition 'de' (of): 'adopción de un plan'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Abstract Usage

Think of this meaning as 'taking up' or 'taking on' a concept or rule, rather than taking in a person.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: adopción

Question 1 of 1

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

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Word Family

adoptar(to adopt (verb)) - verb
adoptivo/a(adoptive (adjective)) - adjective
adoptado/a(adopted person (noun/adjective)) - noun

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.