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conexiones

koh-nek-SYOH-nessko.nekˈsjo.nes

“conexiones” means “connections” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

connections

Also: transfers, links
NounfA2
A simple illustration showing two distinct green hills separated by a blue river. They are physically linked by three different colored bridges: red, yellow, and blue.

📝 In Action

Perdimos la señal porque las conexiones de internet son muy débiles aquí.

A2

We lost the signal because the internet connections are very weak here.

El viaje tiene dos conexiones, una en Madrid y otra en Roma.

B1

The trip has two transfers, one in Madrid and one in Rome.

Revisa las conexiones del cable HDMI antes de encender el televisor.

B1

Check the HDMI cable connections before turning on the TV.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • enlaces (links)
  • empalmes (junctions (technical))

Common Collocations

  • conexiones lentas – slow connections
  • hacer conexiones – to make transfers (travel)

contacts

Also: network, ties
NounfB2
An illustration showing four diverse, stylized cartoon people, dressed professionally, standing close together. Faint, dashed white lines conceptually connect the heads of all four people, symbolizing a professional network.

📝 In Action

Gracias a sus conexiones en la industria, consiguió el puesto fácilmente.

B2

Thanks to her contacts in the industry, she got the position easily.

Es importante cultivar buenas conexiones si quieres triunfar en este campo.

C1

It is important to cultivate good connections if you want to succeed in this field.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • tener buenas conexiones – to have good contacts
  • red de conexiones – network of connections

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "conexiones" in Spanish:

connections→contacts→links→network→ties→transfers→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: conexiones

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence uses 'conexiones' to mean professional contacts, rather than a physical link?

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📚 Etymology▼

The word comes from the Latin verb *connectere*, meaning 'to join together' or 'to link.' It entered Spanish to describe any kind of joining, whether physical (like cables) or personal (like friendships).

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: connectionFrench: connexion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'conexiones' the same as 'conexión'?

'Conexiones' is simply the plural form of the feminine noun 'conexión' (connection). You use 'conexión' when talking about one link ('una conexión') and 'conexiones' when talking about two or more ('muchas conexiones').

How do I know if 'conexiones' means a physical link or a social contact?

Look at the surrounding words. If you see words related to travel ('vuelo', 'aeropuerto') or technology ('internet', 'cable'), it's a physical link. If you see words related to careers, business, or influence ('trabajo', 'política', 'ayuda'), it means social contacts.