asistencia
“asistencia” means “attendance” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
attendance
Also: presence
📝 In Action
La profesora pasó lista para verificar la asistencia.
A1The teacher called the roll to verify attendance.
Su asistencia al evento fue muy apreciada.
A2Your presence at the event was much appreciated.
Tenemos que mejorar nuestro índice de asistencia.
B1We have to improve our attendance rate.
assistance
Also: aid, help
📝 In Action
Llamé al seguro para solicitar asistencia en carretera.
B1I called the insurance company to request roadside assistance.
El hospital ofreció asistencia psicológica a las víctimas.
B2The hospital offered psychological aid to the victims.
Necesita la asistencia de un experto para resolver el problema.
B1He needs the help of an expert to solve the problem.
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Quick Quiz: asistencia
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'asistencia' in the sense of 'help' or 'support'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Latin word *assistentia*, which literally meant 'the action of standing by' or 'presence.' This connects both major meanings: being present (attendance) and standing by to help (assistance).
First recorded: Medieval Latin period
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'asistencia' means 'attendance' or 'help'?
Look at the context! If the surrounding words are about a meeting, a class, or a headcount, it means 'attendance.' If the surrounding words are about solving a problem, an emergency, or technical support, it means 'help/assistance.'
Is 'asistencia' always feminine, even though it refers to people?
Yes, 'asistencia' is a concept (a noun describing the action of being present or helping), not the person itself. Therefore, it is always 'la asistencia' (feminine). The person who helps is 'el/la asistente' (the assistant).