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subvención

sub-ben-SYOHN/subβenˈθjon/

“subvención” means “subsidy” in Spanish (government or organizational financial aid).

subsidy

Also: grant
NounfB2formal
A friendly government worker in a suit handing a large, glowing gold coin to a small business owner in an apron.

📝 In Action

El gobierno ofreció una subvención para la compra de coches eléctricos.

B1

The government offered a subsidy for the purchase of electric cars.

Nuestra asociación recibió una subvención para proyectos culturales.

B2

Our association received a grant for cultural projects.

Sin la subvención estatal, el teatro tendría que cerrar.

C1

Without the state subsidy, the theater would have to close.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • solicitar una subvención – to apply for a grant
  • conceder una subvención – to grant a subsidy
  • subvención pública – public funding

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: subvención

Question 1 of 3

What is the correct plural form of 'la subvención'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
subvencionar(to subsidize) — Verb
subvencionado(subsidized) — Adjective
subvencionable(eligible for a grant) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
canciónpensiónatención
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'subventio', which literally means 'coming to help'. It combines 'sub' (from below/to help) and 'venire' (to come).

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: subventionEnglish: subvention

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'subvención' and 'beca'?

A 'beca' is usually a scholarship or grant specifically for students or researchers. A 'subvención' is broader and typically refers to financial aid for businesses, projects, or public services.

Is it 'la' or 'el' subvención?

It is always 'la'. In Spanish, almost all nouns ending in '-ción' are feminine.

Does it mean the same as 'subsidy' in English?

Yes, they are very similar. Both refer to money given by the state to keep prices low or support a specific industry.