representación
“representación” means “representation” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
representation
Also: delegation, agency
📝 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.
performance, portrayal
Also: staging
📝 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.
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Words that translate to "representación" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: representación
Question 1 of 2
Which word would you use to describe a play you saw at the theater?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'repraesentatio', which means 'to make present again' or 'to show'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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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.