representación
/reh-preh-sehn-tah-SYOHN/
representation
Representación can mean acting or speaking on behalf of others.
representación(noun)
representation
?acting or speaking on behalf of someone else
delegation
?a group of people representing an organization
,agency
?business representation
📝 In Action
Queremos una mejor representación en el gobierno.
B1We want better representation in the government.
Él actúa en representación de la empresa.
B2He is acting on behalf of the company.
💡 Grammar Points
The '-ción' Gender Rule
Almost all Spanish words ending in '-ción' are feminine. This means you should use 'la' or 'una' with this word.
Losing the Accent
When you make this word plural (representaciones), the accent mark on the 'o' disappears because the emphasis naturally stays on that same syllable.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't confuse with 'presentación'
Mistake: "Using 'representación' for a PowerPoint project."
Correction: Use 'presentación' for showing a project and 'representación' for speaking on behalf of others.
⭐ Usage Tips
Professional phrasing
Use the phrase 'en representación de' whenever you need to sound professional while saying you are standing in for your boss or a friend.
Representación also refers to a theatrical performance or play.
representación(noun)
performance
?a play or theatrical show
,portrayal
?how someone is shown in art or media
staging
?the way a play is put on
📝 In Action
La representación teatral fue impresionante.
B2The theatrical performance was impressive.
Es una representación fiel de la vida real.
C1It is a faithful portrayal of real life.
⭐ Usage Tips
Theater Talk
While 'función' is often used for a specific scheduled showtime, 'representación' focuses more on the act of performing the play itself.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: representación
Question 1 of 2
Which word would you use to describe a play you saw at the theater?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this word for a business meeting?
Yes! If you are attending a meeting instead of your boss, you are there 'en representación de' your boss.
Is it 'el' or 'la' representación?
It is always 'la'. Words ending in '-ción' are feminine in Spanish.