Spanish word

relación

Pronunciation

IPA/relaˈθjon/

Meaning

  • feminine nounrelationship

Example

Tengo una buena relación con mi vecino.

I have a good relationship with my neighbor.

Illustration for relación (relationship)

More examples

Hay una relación clara entre el ejercicio regular y el bienestar.

There is a clear relationship between regular exercise and well-being.

Core concept

A link describing how two or more people or things are related.

Common phrases

  • mantener una relación cercana

    maintain a close relationship

  • una relación de confianza mutua

    a relationship of mutual trust

  • romper una relación

    break a relationship

Similar words

vínculo: Durable bond that links parties closely, often with emotional or structural force.
amistad: Personal, friendly bond characterized by companionship and mutual liking.
trato: Style or conduct used when dealing with someone in social or business situations.
conexión: Joined connection that allows signals, information, or parts to pass between things.

Definition in Spanish

Correspondencia o vínculo que describe cómo dos o más cosas o personas están ligadas entre sí.

Word origin

From Latin relatio (from referre 'to carry back'), originally a report that later broadened to mean a connection or correspondence.

Usage tips

  • In mathematical and statistical contexts relación often means ratio or proportion rather than a personal tie.

Other meanings

  • relationnoun
  • reportnoun
  • rationoun

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