bienvenidos
“bienvenidos” means “Welcome!” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
Welcome!
📝 In Action
¡Bienvenidos a la ciudad de Madrid!
A1Welcome to the city of Madrid!
Por favor, tomen asiento. ¡Bienvenidos!
A1Please, take a seat. Welcome!
Los anfitriones gritaron: '¡Bienvenidos todos!'
A2The hosts shouted: 'Welcome everyone!'
welcome
Also: accepted
📝 In Action
Todos los comentarios constructivos son bienvenidos.
B1All constructive comments are welcome (well-received).
Los aplausos de la multitud fueron bienvenidos.
B2The applause from the crowd was welcome.
Los nuevos miembros son siempre bienvenidos en el equipo.
A2New members are always welcome on the team.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: bienvenidos
Question 1 of 2
You are greeting a group of three men and two women arriving at your office. Which word should you use?
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📚 Etymology▼
This word literally means 'well come.' It comes from the combination of the Spanish adverb 'bien' (well) and 'venido,' which is the 'done' form (past participle) of the verb 'venir' (to come). It traces back to the Latin roots *bene* (well) and *venire* (to come).
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (around the 13th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know whether to use 'bienvenidos' or 'bienvenidas'?
If the group you are greeting consists only of women, use 'bienvenidas' (ending in -as). If the group is made up of men only, or if it is a mixed group (even one man and twenty women), use 'bienvenidos' (ending in -os).
Can I use 'bienvenidos' when speaking to a person I don't know well?
Yes, 'bienvenidos' is a neutral and polite greeting suitable for all situations, whether formal or informal. It is always appropriate.