donación
/doh-nah-see-OHN/
donation
A 'donación' can be giving food or clothes to those in need.
donación(noun)
donation
?giving money or goods to a cause
gift
?formal transfer of property or funds
📝 In Action
Hice una donación de ropa usada al refugio.
A2I made a donation of used clothes to the shelter.
La escuela recibió una gran donación económica.
B1The school received a large financial donation.
💡 Grammar Points
Identifying Gender
Most words ending in '-ción' are feminine. Always use 'la' or 'una' with donación.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Donación vs. Regalo
Mistake: "Using 'donación' for a birthday present."
Correction: Use 'regalo' for personal gifts and 'donación' for charitable or formal giving.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Contexts
Use 'donación' when you want to sound more professional or altruistic than just saying you 'gave' something.
A 'donación' also refers to the vital act of donating blood or organs to help others.
📝 In Action
La donación de sangre es un proceso rápido y seguro.
B1Blood donation is a quick and safe process.
Él es un firme defensor de la donación de órganos.
B2He is a strong advocate for organ donation.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'De' Connection
When talking about what is being donated, always follow the word with 'de' (e.g., donación de sangre).
⭐ Usage Tips
Related Person
The person who makes the 'donación' is called a 'donante' (donor).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: donación
Question 1 of 2
Which word would you use for a birthday present for your mother?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'donación' and 'donativo'?
'Donación' usually refers to the act of giving or a large transfer of assets, while 'donativo' often refers specifically to a small amount of money given to a charity.
Can I use 'donación' for blood?
Yes, 'donación de sangre' is the standard way to say blood donation in Spanish.