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How to Say "ties" in Spanish

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conexiones

/koh-nek-SYOH-ness//ko.nekˈsjo.nes/

nounB2general
Use 'conexiones' when referring to personal relationships or contacts that help someone achieve something, especially in a professional or social setting.
An illustration showing four diverse, stylized cartoon people, dressed professionally, standing close together. Faint, dashed white lines conceptually connect the heads of all four people, symbolizing a professional network.

Examples

Gracias a sus conexiones en la industria, consiguió el puesto fácilmente.

Thanks to her contacts in the industry, she got the position easily.

Es importante cultivar buenas conexiones si quieres triunfar en este campo.

It is important to cultivate good connections if you want to succeed in this field.

Figurative Use

When used in the sense of 'contacts' or 'networking,' the word is often preceded by verbs like 'tener' (to have) or 'hacer' (to make/build).

lazos

/LAH-sohs//ˈlasos/

nounB1general
Use 'lazos' to describe strong social, emotional, or political links, often implying a sense of belonging or connection between groups or individuals.
Two hands of different sizes, one adult and one child, holding fingers to show a strong connection.

Examples

Los lazos familiares son muy importantes en nuestra cultura.

Family bonds are very important in our culture.

Queremos estrechar los lazos entre nuestras empresas.

We want to strengthen the ties between our companies.

Using 'lazos' metaphorically

Just like in English, words for physical tying are often used to describe emotional connections.

Internet links

Mistake: “Using 'lazos' for a website link.”

Correction: For a URL or website link, use 'enlace' or 'link'.

Conexiones vs. Lazos

Learners often confuse 'conexiones' and 'lazos'. Remember that 'conexiones' usually implies personal contacts that provide an advantage, while 'lazos' refers to deeper, more intrinsic bonds like those of family or friendship.

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