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conexión

koh-nek-SYOHNkoneksˈjon

connection

Also: link-up, hookup
NounfA2
A close-up illustration of a red cable being plugged into a blue electrical socket on a wall, depicting a physical link.

📝 In Action

Perdimos la conexión a internet durante la tormenta.

A2

We lost the internet connection during the storm.

Revisa que la conexión del cable HDMI esté bien puesta.

B1

Check that the HDMI cable connection is firmly in place.

Necesito una buena conexión para la videollamada.

A2

I need a good connection for the video call.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • enlace (link)
  • unión (union, joining)

Antonyms

  • desconexión (disconnection)

Common Collocations

  • conexión Wi-Fi – Wi-Fi connection
  • punto de conexión – connection point

bond, rapport

Also: relevance
NounfB2
Two friendly, stylized cartoon characters, a tall figure and a short figure, holding hands in a bright meadow, linked by a visible glowing golden thread symbolizing their bond.

📝 In Action

Sentí una fuerte conexión emocional con el personaje del libro.

B2

I felt a strong emotional connection with the character in the book.

La conexión entre las dos ideas es muy débil.

C1

The connection between the two ideas is very weak.

Él y yo tenemos una conexión especial desde la infancia.

B2

He and I have a special bond since childhood.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • vínculo (link, tie)
  • afinidad (affinity)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • conexión profunda – deep connection
  • conexión mental – mental connection

connecting flight, transfer

Also: layover
NounfB1
A minimalist illustration of two airplanes on an airport tarmac, one landed and one ready for takeoff, connected by a simple dotted line showing the passenger transfer path.

📝 In Action

Nuestro vuelo tiene una conexión de dos horas en Madrid.

B1

Our flight has a two-hour connection in Madrid (a layover/transfer).

¿Hay una conexión directa a Sevilla o tengo que cambiar de tren?

B1

Is there a direct route to Seville, or do I have to change trains?

Perdí la conexión por el retraso del primer tren.

B2

I missed the transfer due to the delay of the first train.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • transbordo (transfer (transport))
  • escala (stopover, layover)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • vuelo de conexión – connecting flight
  • tiempo de conexión – layover time

🔀 Commonly Confused With

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "conexión" in Spanish:

connecting flight→link-up→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: conexión

Question 1 of 2

¿Cuál de estas oraciones usa 'conexión' en el sentido de viaje o transporte?

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👥 Word Family▼
🎵 Rhymes▼
canciónnación
📚 Etymology▼

The word comes directly from the Latin *connexiōnem*, which means 'a binding together.' It is built on the verb *connectere*, meaning 'to join' or 'to fasten.'

First recorded: Medieval Spanish texts (as *conexión* or similar forms)

Cognates (Related words)

English: connectionFrench: connexion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'conexión' always feminine?

Yes! Because it ends in -ción, it is a reliably feminine noun. Always use 'la conexión' or 'una conexión.' This is a great pattern to remember for many Spanish words.

Can I use 'conexión' when referring to a drug dealer's contact?

While technically possible, in that context, Spanish speakers usually prefer the word 'contacto' or 'enlace' (link/contact) to refer to a specific person who provides something.