asociación
“asociación” means “association” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
association, society
Also: organization, union
📝 In Action
Mi abuela es miembro de una asociación de jardinería.
A2My grandmother is a member of a gardening association.
La asociación sin ánimo de lucro busca proteger los animales.
B1The non-profit association seeks to protect animals.
Necesitamos la aprobación de la asociación de vecinos para hacer la fiesta.
B2We need the neighborhood association's approval to have the party.
association, linkage
Also: correlation
📝 In Action
Para mí, el color azul tiene una asociación directa con la tristeza.
B1For me, the color blue has a direct association with sadness.
Los psicólogos estudian la asociación de ideas en el subconsciente.
C1Psychologists study the association of ideas in the subconscious.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: asociación
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'asociación' to mean a mental connection rather than a formal group?
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The word comes from the Latin verb *associare*, which literally means 'to join together as companions or allies.' It is built upon the root *socius*, meaning 'companion' or 'partner.'
First recorded: Medieval Latin
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Es 'asociación' siempre femenino?
Sí, 'asociación' es siempre un sustantivo femenino. Necesitas usar el artículo 'la' o 'una' antes de ella (e.g., 'la asociación').
What is the difference between 'asociación' and 'sociedad'?
Both can mean 'society' or 'organization.' 'Asociación' often emphasizes the act of people gathering for a specific, often formal, common goal (like a club or non-profit). 'Sociedad' is broader and can refer to society as a whole, or a large, formal business partnership (a corporation).