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delegación

deh-leh-gah-SYOHN/deleɣaˈsjon/

delegation

Also: representative group
NounfB1
A small group of diverse people walking together in professional attire, representing a unified group.

📝 In Action

La delegación mexicana llegó a la Villa Olímpica.

A2

The Mexican delegation arrived at the Olympic Village.

Una delegación de expertos visitará la planta mañana.

B1

A delegation of experts will visit the plant tomorrow.

El presidente recibió a la delegación comercial.

B1

The president received the trade delegation.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • comisión (commission/committee)
  • representación (representation)

Common Collocations

  • delegación oficial – official delegation
  • encabezar una delegación – to lead a delegation

delegation

Also: assignment
NounfB2formal
One person handing a folder to another person in a friendly manner to show a task being assigned.

📝 In Action

La delegación de tareas es vital para un buen líder.

B1

The delegation of tasks is vital for a good leader.

Firmó un documento para la delegación de poderes.

C1

He signed a document for the delegation of powers.

No hay una buena delegación de responsabilidades en esta empresa.

B2

There isn't a good delegation of responsibilities in this company.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • cesión (transfer/handing over)
  • traspaso (transfer)

Antonyms

  • asunción (taking on/assumption)

Common Collocations

  • delegación de funciones – delegation of duties
  • delegación de autoridad – delegation of authority

branch office

Also: district/borough
NounfB1
Mexico
A small, modern office building with a large glass window and a green plant in front.

📝 In Action

Tengo que ir a la delegación de Hacienda.

B1

I have to go to the tax office branch.

Vivimos en la delegación de Coyoacán.

A2

We live in the Coyoacán district.

La empresa abrió una nueva delegación en Sevilla.

B1

The company opened a new branch office in Seville.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • sede central (headquarters)

Common Collocations

  • delegación de policía – police precinct/station
  • delegación del gobierno – government office

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "delegación" in Spanish:

branch office→representative group→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: delegación

Question 1 of 3

Which of these refers to a group of athletes representing their country?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
delegar(to delegate) — Verb
delegado(delegate / representative) — Noun
delegable(delegatable) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
canciónnaciónestación
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin 'delegatio,' which describes the act of sending someone away with a specific task or assignment.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: delegationFrench: délégation

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'delegación' only for government groups?

No, it can be used for any group of people representing any organization, such as a company, a sports team, or even a group of students.

What is the difference between 'delegación' and 'sucursal'?

While both can mean 'branch,' 'sucursal' is usually used for businesses like banks or shops. 'Delegación' is usually used for government offices or administrative divisions.

How do I know if it's masculine or feminine?

Easy! Almost every Spanish word that ends in '-ción' is feminine. You will always say 'la delegación' or 'una delegación'.