denominación
“denominación” means “name” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
name, designation
Also: denomination
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La denominación oficial de la empresa ha cambiado.
B1The official name of the company has changed.
Tengo varios billetes de pequeña denominación en la cartera.
B2I have several small denomination bills in my wallet.
Esta fruta recibe una denominación diferente según la región.
B2This fruit is given a different name depending on the region.
denomination, designation of origin
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Este vino tiene denominación de origen protegida.
B2This wine has a protected designation of origin.
Existen muchas denominaciones dentro del cristianismo.
C1There are many denominations within Christianity.
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Quick Quiz: denominación
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If you are talking about the 'value' of a 50-euro bill, which word is appropriate?
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From the Latin 'denominatio', which comes from 'denominare' (to point out by name). It is built from 'de-' (completely) and 'nominare' (to name).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'denominación' the same as 'nombre'?
Not quite. 'Nombre' is the general word for 'name' (like your name or a dog's name). 'Denominación' is more formal and usually refers to official titles, classifications, or the value of money.
How do I say 'religious denomination' in Spanish?
You can use 'denominación religiosa', though sometimes 'confesión' or 'secta' (be careful, as 'secta' can be negative) are used depending on the context.
Why is it feminine if it doesn't end in 'a'?
In Spanish, almost all nouns that end in the suffix '-ción' are feminine. This is a very helpful shortcut for learners!