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referencias

rreh-feh-REHN-syahsrefeˈɾensjas

“referencias” means “references” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

referencesA2Noun

people who vouch for your character or work

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referencesB1Noun

sources cited in a text

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referencesAlso: recommendations

NounfA2
A friendly person shaking hands with an employer while a third person gives a thumbs up in approval.

📝 In Action

Para este trabajo, necesito que me des tres referencias de tus empleos anteriores.

A2

For this job, I need you to give me three references from your previous employers.

Mis antiguos jefes son mis mejores referencias.

B1

My former bosses are my best references.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • recomendaciones (recommendations)

Common Collocations

  • pedir referencias – to ask for references
  • dar referencias – to give references

referencesAlso: citations, bibliography

NounfB1formal
A tall stack of open books on a wooden desk with a magnifying glass nearby.

📝 In Action

No olvides incluir las referencias bibliográficas al final de tu ensayo.

B1

Don't forget to include the bibliographic references at the end of your essay.

El autor hace muchas referencias a la historia antigua.

B2

The author makes many references to ancient history.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • referencias bibliográficas – bibliographic references
  • punto de referencia – point of reference

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "referencias" in Spanish:

bibliographycitationsrecommendationsreferences

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: referencias

Question 1 of 1

If you are applying for a job and they ask for 'referencias,' what do they want?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family
referencia(reference (singular)) — Noun
referir(to refer) — Verb
referente(regarding / concerning) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes
experienciascreenciasciencias
📚 Etymology

From the Latin word 'referre', which means 'to carry back' or 'to bring back' information.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: referencesFrench: références

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'referencias' only for jobs?

No! It is also used for academic citations (books you used for a report) and physical landmarks (reference points to find your way).

Does it have a masculine version?

No, 'referencia' and its plural 'referencias' are always feminine, even if the person providing the reference is a man.