Spanish word

asistencial

Pronunciation

IPA/asistenˈθjal/

Meaning

  • adjectivewelfare

Example

El programa asistencial apoya a familias con bajos ingresos.

The welfare program supports low-income families.

Illustration for asistencial (welfare)

More examples

Muchas familias reciben ayuda asistencial cuando pierden su trabajo.

Many families receive welfare aid when they lose their jobs.

Core concept

A community center offering welfare aid and social support services.

Common phrases

  • ayuda asistencial

    welfare aid

  • servicio asistencial

    welfare service

Similar words

social: Public social-welfare programs and services for community well-being.
sanitario: Health and medical services focused on prevention, treatment, and care.
solidario: Voluntary acts of solidarity offering practical support and empathy to those in need.
beneficente: Charitable free aid and activities carried out for philanthropic purposes.

Definition in Spanish

Que se relaciona con la asistencia social y los servicios destinados a ayudar a personas en situación de necesidad.

Word origin

The word derives from asistencia plus the suffix -al, and asistencia comes from Latin assistere 'to attend', which yields the meaning 'relating to assistance or welfare services'.

Usage tips

  • In casual speech speakers often use ayuda or ayudas for 'help', while asistencial is more common in news, policy language, or formal descriptions of services.

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