consolidación
“consolidación” means “consolidation” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
consolidation, strengthening
Also: solidification
📝 In Action
La consolidación de su liderazgo fue evidente tras la reunión.
B2The consolidation of her leadership was clear after the meeting.
Estamos trabajando en la consolidación del proyecto en el mercado internacional.
B2We are working on the strengthening of the project in the international market.
El médico dice que la consolidación de la fractura va por buen camino.
C1The doctor says the healing of the fracture is on the right track.
merger, debt consolidation
📝 In Action
La consolidación de deudas es una buena opción para reducir intereses.
C1Debt consolidation is a good option to reduce interest.
La empresa anunció la consolidación de sus dos filiales principales.
C1The company announced the merger of its two main branches.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "consolidación" in Spanish:
consolidation→debt consolidation→solidification→strengthening→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: consolidación
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If a doctor speaks about the 'consolidación' of a bone, what does he mean?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'consolidatio', which combines 'con' (together) and 'solidare' (to make firm). It literally means making something solid by bringing parts together.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'consolidación' a very formal word?
Yes, it is more common in professional, academic, or journalistic settings than in casual daily conversation.
Can I use it for physical objects like a building?
Yes, you can talk about the 'consolidación' of a structure if you are making it stable so it doesn't fall down.
How do I say 'to consolidate' as an action?
Use the verb 'consolidar'. For example: 'Queremos consolidar nuestro equipo' (We want to consolidate our team).