cooperación
“cooperación” means “cooperation” in Spanish (working together toward a shared goal).
cooperation
Also: collaboration, aid
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La cooperación entre los equipos fue esencial para ganar el torneo.
B1The cooperation between the teams was essential to win the tournament.
Se necesita la cooperación de todos los ciudadanos para mantener la ciudad limpia.
A2The cooperation of all citizens is needed to keep the city clean.
El país firmó un acuerdo de cooperación económica con sus vecinos.
B2The country signed an economic cooperation agreement with its neighbors.
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Words that translate to "cooperación" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: cooperación
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Which phrase correctly describes a lack of teamwork?
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This word comes directly from the Latin word *cooperatio*, which literally means 'a working together.' It combines the prefix *co-* (meaning 'with' or 'together') and *operari* (meaning 'to work').
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'cooperación' used only for serious, formal situations?
No, while it is used in formal settings like politics and business, you can use 'cooperación' in everyday life too. For example, 'Necesito tu cooperación para limpiar la cocina' (I need your cooperation to clean the kitchen).
How is 'cooperación' different from 'colaboración'?
They are synonyms and often interchangeable! 'Colaboración' (collaboration) might slightly emphasize the joint effort on a specific task, while 'cooperación' (cooperation) can emphasize the willingness or spirit of working together, but they are generally used the same way.