convergencia
“convergencia” means “convergence” in Spanish (the meeting of lines, ideas, or paths).
convergence
Also: union, meeting point
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La convergencia de los dos ríos ocurre cerca del pueblo.
B1The convergence of the two rivers happens near the town.
Necesitamos buscar una convergencia de opiniones para avanzar.
B2We need to find a convergence of opinions to move forward.
La convergencia tecnológica permite que el teléfono sea también una cámara.
C1Technological convergence allows the phone to also be a camera.
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Quick Quiz: convergencia
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Which of these is the opposite of 'convergencia'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'convergere', where 'con-' means 'together' and 'vergere' means 'to incline or bend'. It literally describes things bending toward each other to meet.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'convergencia' a very formal word?
It is slightly formal and very common in news, science, and business. In casual conversation, you might just say 'punto de encuentro' (meeting point).
Can I use 'convergencia' for people meeting at a cafe?
Not really. Use 'convergencia' for paths, ideas, or trends. For a social meeting between people, use 'reunión' or 'quedada'.
Does it have a plural form?
Yes, 'convergencias,' but it is much more common to use it in the singular form to describe the general phenomenon.