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vínculo

/Veen-koo-loh/

bond

Two cartoon hands gently holding opposite ends of a thick, braided red rope against a plain background, illustrating an emotional bond or connection.

An image showing a strong, visible connection, representing 'vínculo' as an emotional bond.

vínculo(noun)

mB1

bond

?

emotional or relational connection

,

tie

?

relationship

Also:

connection

?

general link or relationship

📝 In Action

El vínculo entre los hermanos es irrompible.

B1

The bond between the siblings is unbreakable.

Crear un vínculo de confianza lleva tiempo.

B2

Creating a connection of trust takes time.

¿Qué tipo de vínculo tienes con esa empresa?

B1

What kind of link (or connection) do you have with that company?

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • lazo (tie, knot)
  • conexión (connection)
  • relación (relationship)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • vínculo familiar – family bond
  • vínculo emocional – emotional tie

💡 Grammar Points

Using Prepositions with Vínculo

You often use 'vínculo' with the prepositions 'con' (with) or 'entre' (between) to show who or what is connected: 'un vínculo con mi jefe' or 'el vínculo entre las ideas'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Gender Error

Mistake: "La vínculo"

Correction: El vínculo. Since 'vínculo' ends in -o, it is a masculine noun and requires 'el' or 'un'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal Tone

While 'vínculo' is common, it sounds slightly more formal or profound than 'conexión' or 'relación'. Use it when discussing deep or important ties.

A single, brightly polished silver metallic chain link resting on a flat, colorful surface, symbolizing a digital link or reference.

This single chain segment represents 'vínculo' when used as a digital link or hyperlink.

vínculo(noun)

mC1

link

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digital reference, hyperlink

,

legal tie

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formal obligation or constraint

Also:

entailment

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legal restriction on property (archaic)

📝 In Action

Haga clic en el vínculo para descargar el documento.

B2

Click on the link to download the document.

El abogado demostró el vínculo contractual entre las partes.

C1

The lawyer demonstrated the contractual tie between the parties.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • enlace (link, connection (digital))
  • obligación (obligation)

Common Collocations

  • vínculo contractual – contractual link
  • vínculo matrimonial – marriage bond

⭐ Usage Tips

Digital Context

When talking about websites or documents, 'vínculo' is a perfect formal synonym for 'enlace' (link).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: vínculo

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'vínculo' to mean a deep personal relationship?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

vincular(to link, to connect) - verb
vinculación(linking, connection (process)) - noun
vinculado(linked, associated) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'vínculo' the same as 'conexión'?

'Vínculo' and 'conexión' are synonyms, but 'vínculo' often suggests a deeper, more emotional, or formal tie (like a family bond or a legal obligation). 'Conexión' can be used for any link, including physical or logistical ones.

How do I pronounce the 'v' in 'vínculo'?

In Spanish, the letter 'v' is pronounced exactly like the letter 'b.' So, 'vínculo' sounds like 'BINK-oo-loh,' not like the English 'v' (as in 'van').