conferencias
/kohn-feh-REHN-syahs/
lectures
A person delivering a lecture to an audience.
conferencias(noun)
lectures
?educational or formal talks
,conferences
?professional meetings or conventions
talks
?official discussions between groups
📝 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.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender and Number
This word is the plural form of 'conferencia.' It is feminine, so you should use it with 'las,' 'unas,' or 'muchas.'
❌ Common Pitfalls
False Friend Alert
Mistake: "Using 'conferencias' for a casual chat with a friend."
Correction: Use 'charlas' or 'conversaciones' for casual chats. 'Conferencias' is for formal or professional settings.
⭐ Usage Tips
Professional Use
Use this word when you want to sound professional or academic. It implies a level of expertise or formality.
Multiple people participating in a conference call.
conferencias(noun)
conference calls
?phone calls with multiple people
long-distance calls
?dated usage in some regions
📝 In Action
Tengo tres conferencias telefónicas programadas para hoy.
B2I have three conference calls scheduled for today.
⭐ Usage Tips
Modern Context
While it used to mean long-distance calls, today it almost always refers to business 'conference calls' (often via the internet).
Two people conferring and discussing an idea together.
📝 In Action
Tú conferencias con tus socios antes de decidir.
C1You confer with your partners before deciding.
💡 Grammar Points
Verb vs. Noun
While 'conferencias' is almost always used as the plural for 'lectures,' it can also be the 'you' form of the verb 'conferenciar' (to confer).
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: conferencias
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the most common meaning of 'conferencias'?
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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.