compañías
“compañías” means “companies” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
companies, firmsAlso: corporations
📝 In Action
Muchas compañías de tecnología están contratando nuevos empleados.
B1Many technology companies are hiring new employees.
Las compañías aéreas subieron el precio de los pasajes.
B2The airline companies raised the price of the tickets.
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groups, groups of friendsAlso: troupes
📝 In Action
A él le gustan las compañías alegres y ruidosas.
B2He likes cheerful and noisy groups of people.
Las compañías de teatro itinerantes viajaron por todo el país.
C1The traveling theater troupes journeyed throughout the entire country.
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Words that translate to "compañías" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: compañías
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'compañías' to mean 'businesses'?
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📚 Etymology
The word comes from Late Latin *companio*, which literally meant 'one who shares bread with you.' This origin highlights the core idea of association, collaboration, and sharing, which applies both to friends and business partners.
First recorded: 11th century (in related forms)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'compañías' feminine or masculine?
It is a feminine plural noun. You must use feminine plural articles and adjectives with it (e.g., 'las compañías,' 'las buenas compañías').
How do I say 'I like having company'?
You would use the singular form: 'Me gusta tener compañía.' The plural 'compañías' is usually reserved for multiple groups or commercial entities.