conferencias
“conferencias” means “lectures” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
lectures, conferences
Also: talks
📝 In Action
Me gusta asistir a conferencias sobre ciencia.
A2I like to attend lectures about science.
Las conferencias internacionales son en Madrid.
B1The international conferences are in Madrid.
conference calls
Also: long-distance calls
📝 In Action
Tengo tres conferencias telefónicas programadas para hoy.
B2I have three conference calls scheduled for today.
you confer
📝 In Action
Tú conferencias con tus socios antes de decidir.
C1You confer with your partners before deciding.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "conferencias" in Spanish:
conference calls→conferences→lectures→long-distance calls→talks→you confer→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: conferencias
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the most common meaning of 'conferencias'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'conferentia,' which comes from 'conferre,' meaning 'to bring together.' It perfectly describes people bringing their ideas together in one place.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'conferencias' only used for university lectures?
No, it is widely used for business conventions, international summits, and even formal conference calls.
Is there a difference between 'charla' and 'conferencia'?
Yes. A 'charla' is usually more informal and interactive, while a 'conferencia' is formal and usually features a main speaker.