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combinación

/kohm-bee-nah-SYOHN/

combination

A hand stirring blue paint and yellow paint together in a clear mixing bowl, visibly forming green paint.

Combinación refers to the act of mixing things together.

combinación(noun)

fA2

combination

?

act of mixing things

,

mix

?

a blend of elements

Also:

blend

?

colors, flavors

,

pairing

?

foods, clothes

📝 In Action

Me encanta la combinación de chocolate y café.

A2

I love the combination of chocolate and coffee.

La combinación de factores llevó al éxito del proyecto.

B1

The combination of factors led to the success of the project.

Necesitas encontrar la combinación perfecta para tu atuendo.

A2

You need to find the perfect combination for your outfit.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • mezcla (mixture)
  • unión (union)

Antonyms

  • separación (separation)

Common Collocations

  • combinación ganadora – winning combination
  • combinación de colores – color combination

💡 Grammar Points

Always Feminine

Since 'combinación' ends in -ción, it is always a feminine noun. You must use 'la' or 'una' with it.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using the wrong article

Mistake: "El combinación"

Correction: La combinación. Remember the -ción ending almost always means the word is feminine.

⭐ Usage Tips

Connecting Elements

Always use the preposition 'de' (of/from) to list the things being combined: 'una combinación de A y B'.

A close-up view of a hand carefully turning the dial of a large, circular combination lock on a safe door.

When referring to a lock, combinación means the specific sequence needed to open it.

combinación(noun)

fB1

combination

?

a sequence to open a lock

,

code

?

security number

📝 In Action

No recuerdo la combinación para abrir el candado.

B1

I don't remember the combination to open the padlock.

La combinación de la caja fuerte es de seis dígitos.

B2

The safe's combination is six digits long.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • clave (key/code)
  • código (code)

Common Collocations

  • combinación del candado – padlock combination
  • olvidar la combinación – to forget the combination

💡 Grammar Points

Specific Context

When talking about locks or safes, 'combinación' means the specific sequence of numbers or movements needed to open it.

A simple, white satin slip undergarment with lace trim hanging neatly from a hanger.

Combinación can also refer to a slip, a type of undergarment.

combinación(noun)

fC1

slip

?

undergarment

Also:

full slip

?

a specific type of undergarment

📝 In Action

Necesito una combinación de color carne para este vestido transparente.

C1

I need a nude-colored slip for this sheer dress.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • enagua (petticoat/slip)

💡 Grammar Points

Clothing Context

In the context of clothing, 'combinación' refers to a lightweight undergarment worn beneath a dress or skirt.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: combinación

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence uses 'combinación' to mean a specific security code?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

combinar(to combine) - verb
combinable(combinable) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I say 'combination lock' in Spanish?

You can say 'candado de combinación' or simply 'candado con clave' (lock with code). 'Caja fuerte de combinación' is used for a safe.

Is 'combinación' used often for clothing?

Yes, but the meaning is very specific: it means a 'slip' or 'petticoat,' an undergarment. For combining clothes generally (like pairing a shirt and pants), you usually use the verb 'combinar' (to match/combine).