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gremio

GREH-mee-oh/ˈɡɾemjo/

“gremio” means “union” in Spanish (a group of workers in the same trade).

union, guild

Also: trade, association
NounmB2
Argentina and Uruguay
A group of carpenters in matching aprons standing together holding wooden planks and tools.

📝 In Action

El gremio de taxistas está en huelga hoy.

A2

The taxi drivers' union is on strike today.

En la Edad Media, cada gremio tenía sus propias reglas.

B1

In the Middle Ages, each guild had its own rules.

Es un honor ser parte del gremio de escritores.

B2

It is an honor to be part of the writers' trade.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • sindicato (labor union)
  • asociación (association)
  • cofradía (brotherhood/guild)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • gremio profesional – professional association
  • líder gremial – union leader
  • pertenecer al gremio – to belong to the guild/union

Idioms & Expressions

  • Cosas del gremio – Things that only people in that specific job would understand.

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "gremio" in Spanish:

association→guild→trade→union→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: gremio

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the best translation for 'el gremio de panaderos'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
gremial(related to a union or guild) — Adjective
gremialista(unionist / union member) — Noun
gremialismo(unionism) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
premiobohemio
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin 'gremium', which originally meant 'lap' or 'bosom'. It represents a group of people gathered closely together, as if held in one's lap.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: gremium (legal term for 'the heart of')Portuguese: grêmio

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'gremio' still used today, or is it only for history?

It is still very much in use! While it describes historical guilds, in many Spanish-speaking countries, it refers to modern labor unions and professional associations.

What is the difference between 'gremio' and 'sindicato'?

A 'sindicato' is the official legal organization for workers' rights. 'Gremio' is a broader term that can mean the legal union but also refers to the entire community of people in that profession.

Is 'gremia' a word if the workers are female?

No. Even if all the members are women, the word remains 'el gremio'. It is a masculine noun that doesn't change its ending.