How to Say "symposium" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “symposium” is “congreso” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Viajó a Madrid para asistir a un congreso de medicina.
He traveled to Madrid to attend a medical conference.
El próximo congreso internacional se celebrará en junio.
The next international convention will be held in June.
Presentamos nuestra investigación en el congreso anual.
We presented our research at the annual conference.
Using 'a' with Attendance
When talking about attending a conference, use the preposition 'a' (to/at): 'Asistir a un congreso'.
Confusing 'Conference'
Mistake: “Using 'conferencia' when referring to the large, multi-day event.”
Correction: 'Congreso' refers to the big event; 'conferencia' is usually just one speech or lecture within the event.
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