comunitario
“comunitario” means “community” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
community, communal
Also: local
📝 In Action
El centro comunitario está abierto todos los días.
A1The community center is open every day.
Participamos en un proyecto comunitario para plantar árboles.
B1We are participating in a community project to plant trees.
Es importante fomentar el espíritu comunitario en el barrio.
B2It is important to encourage community spirit in the neighborhood.
EU, community
📝 In Action
Los ciudadanos comunitarios no necesitan visa para viajar.
B2EU citizens do not need a visa to travel.
Debemos seguir la normativa comunitaria sobre el medio ambiente.
C1We must follow the EU regulations regarding the environment.
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From the Latin 'communitas', meaning 'shared' or 'public'. It combines the root 'comun' (common) with the suffix '-ario' (related to).
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'comunal' and 'comunitario'?
'Comunal' usually refers to physical space or things owned in common (like land), while 'comunitario' refers more to the social group or community spirit.
Can 'comunitario' be a noun?
Yes, it can. In Europe, 'un comunitario' can refer to a person who is a citizen of an EU country.
Does it always mean 'European Union'?
No. Its basic meaning is 'relating to a community.' It only means 'EU' in specific political, legal, or news contexts.