comisión
/koh-mee-SYOHN/
committee
A committee (comisión) is a group appointed for a specific task.
comisión(noun)
committee
?a group of people appointed for a specific task
,board
?governing body
commission
?official appointment or body
📝 In Action
La comisión de urbanismo aprobó el nuevo proyecto.
B1The urban planning committee approved the new project.
Fui nombrado para formar parte de la comisión directiva.
B2I was named to be part of the steering committee (or board).
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Reminder
Even though it refers to a group of people, 'comisión' is always feminine: 'una comisión', 'la comisión'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Contexts
This meaning is often used when discussing government, formal organizations, or official reports.
Earning a commission (comisión) is a percentage fee based on a sale.
📝 In Action
El agente inmobiliario se llevó una comisión muy alta.
B1The real estate agent took a very high commission.
El banco cobra una comisión por retirar dinero en el extranjero.
B1The bank charges a fee (commission) for withdrawing money abroad.
💡 Grammar Points
Preposition Use
When talking about working based on this payment, use 'a comisión' (e.g., 'Vendo seguros a comisión').
⭐ Usage Tips
Business Spanish Essential
If you are dealing with sales, real estate, or banking in Spanish, this word is essential for discussing how money is made or charged.
Running an errand (comisión) means performing a small task or job.
📝 In Action
Tengo que hacer una comisión al centro antes de comer.
A2I have to run an errand downtown before lunch.
Me enviaron con la comisión de entregar este paquete.
B1They sent me with the task of delivering this package.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing with 'Misión'
Mistake: "Using 'misión' (mission) for simple errands."
Correction: 'Comisión' or 'recado' is better for small, daily tasks; 'misión' is typically reserved for large, important, or dangerous jobs.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: comisión
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'comisión' to mean a financial payment?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'comisión' means 'committee' or 'fee'?
Look at the context. If it’s paired with a percentage or a bank charge ('5% comisión', 'cobrar una comisión'), it means the fee. If it’s paired with a verb like 'formar', 'viajar', or 'investigar', it means the group of people (committee).
Is 'comisión' ever used for a crime?
Yes, but usually only in very formal or legal writing. You might hear 'la comisión de un delito' (the committing of a crime), but in daily speech, people usually use other words like 'hacer' or 'realizar' un delito.