bienvenida
“bienvenida” means “welcome” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
welcome
Also: reception
📝 In Action
Organizaron una gran fiesta de bienvenida.
A1They organized a big welcome party.
Le dimos la bienvenida a nuestro nuevo jefe.
A2We gave our new boss the welcome.
La bienvenida fue tan cálida que me sentí en casa.
B1The welcome was so warm that I felt at home.
welcome
Also: accepted
📝 In Action
¡Bienvenida, María! Pasa y siéntate.
A1Welcome, María! Come in and sit down.
Eres bienvenida a usar mi coche cuando lo necesites.
A2You (female) are welcome to use my car when you need it.
Ella se sintió bienvenida por todos.
B1She felt welcome by everyone.
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Words that translate to "bienvenida" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: bienvenida
Question 1 of 2
Which of these sentences uses 'bienvenida' as a noun (the reception itself)?
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📚 Etymology▼
A compound word created by joining the word 'bien' (well, good) and the feminine past participle of the verb 'venir' (to come). It literally translates to 'well-come' or 'one who has come well.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (around the 13th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'bienvenida' used to say 'You're welcome' after someone says thank you?
No. In Spanish, 'bienvenida' is ONLY used for greetings or receptions. To reply 'You're welcome' after 'Gracias,' you should use 'De nada' or 'No hay de qué'.
When is it 'La bienvenida' and when is it '¡Bienvenida!'?
'La bienvenida' (the noun) refers to the event or action of welcoming. '¡Bienvenida!' (the adjective/interjection) is the direct greeting you say to a female person when she arrives.