Spanish word

concordia

Pronunciation

IPA/koŋˈkoɾðja/

Meaning

  • feminine nounharmony

Example

Es mejor vivir en concordia con los vecinos.

It's better to live in harmony with the neighbors.

Illustration for concordia (harmony)

More examples

Busquemos la concordia antes de discutir.

Let's seek harmony before arguing.

Core concept

A group reaching mutual agreement and living in goodwill.

Common phrases

  • buscar la concordia

    seek harmony

  • llegar a la concordia

    reach harmony

Similar words

consenso: Agreement among a group formed when several people share the same view.
armonía: Balanced, pleasant relationship or atmosphere where elements fit together.
entendimiento: Agreement founded on mutual understanding between people.

Definition in Spanish

Convivencia armoniosa basada en el acuerdo o el buen entendimiento entre las partes.

Word origin

From Latin concordia, from con- 'together' + cor, cordis 'heart', literally 'shared hearts' and hence agreement or harmony.

Usage tips

  • Although related to English concord, Spanish concordia is more formal and often implies ongoing peaceful coexistence rather than a single agreement.

Other meanings

  • accordnoun
  • agreementnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • concordanciaconcordancenoun
  • concordaragreeverb

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