socios
“socios” means “partners” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
partners, associates
Also: shareholders
📝 In Action
Los tres socios firmaron el contrato para abrir la nueva cafetería.
B1The three partners signed the contract to open the new coffee shop.
Nuestra empresa busca nuevos socios inversores en el extranjero.
B2Our company is looking for new investing partners abroad.
Ellos son los socios fundadores de la organización.
B1They are the founding partners of the organization.
members
Also: teammates
📝 In Action
Todos los socios del gimnasio tienen acceso a la piscina.
A2All the members of the gym have access to the pool.
Necesitamos dos socios más para nuestro equipo de tenis.
B1We need two more partners (teammates) for our tennis team.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: socios
Question 1 of 2
Which word best describes a group of people who jointly own a small business?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin term *socius*, which meant 'companion, ally, or partner.' It describes someone joined with others for a common purpose or goal.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'socios' refer to both men and women?
In Spanish, when referring to a mixed group (males and females), the masculine plural form ('socios') is traditionally used. If the group were exclusively female, you would use 'socias'.
What is the difference between 'socios' and 'colegas'?
'Socios' implies a deeper, often financial or legal, partnership or co-ownership. 'Colegas' simply means 'colleagues' or 'coworkers'—people you work alongside, but without necessarily sharing ownership.