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interacción

een-tehr-ahk-SYOHNinteɾakˈsjon

“interacción” means “interaction” in Spanish (social or physical contact).

interaction

Also: interplay, engagement
NounfB1
Two people shaking hands and smiling at each other in a friendly manner.

📝 In Action

La interacción entre los estudiantes es fundamental para aprender.

B1

The interaction between students is fundamental for learning.

Necesitamos mejorar la interacción en nuestras redes sociales.

B1

We need to improve the engagement on our social networks.

Existe una interacción química entre estos dos elementos.

B2

There is a chemical interaction between these two elements.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • comunicación (communication)
  • trato (treatment/dealings)
  • relación (relationship)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • interacción social – social interaction
  • falta de interacción – lack of interaction
  • interacción humana – human interaction

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "interacción" in Spanish:

interaction→interplay→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: interacción

Question 1 of 3

Which article should you use with 'interacción'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
interactuar(to interact) — Verb
interactivo(interactive) — Adjective
interactividad(interactivity) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
accióncancióndirección
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin prefix 'inter-' (between) combined with 'actio' (action or doing). It literally describes an action that happens between two or more parties.

First recorded: 19th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: interactionFrench: interactionPortuguese: interação

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'interacción' used for computers?

Yes! Just like in English, it refers to both human social contact and the way a user engages with software or devices.

Why is there an accent on the 'o'?

In Spanish, words ending in 'n' that are stressed on the last syllable need an accent mark. When we add 'es' for the plural, the stress stays on the same syllable but the accent is no longer required by spelling rules.

Can I use 'interacción' for medicine?

Absolutely. It is the standard term for 'drug interaction' (interacción medicamentosa).