Spanish word

vínculo

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbiŋkulo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounrelationship

Example

Hay un vínculo entre los dos.

There is a relationship between them.

Illustration for vínculo (relationship)

More examples

Mantener un vínculo con los amigos requiere tiempo.

Maintaining a relationship with friends requires time.

Core concept

A knot binding several ropes into one.

Common phrases

  • establecer un vínculo

    establish a relationship

  • mantener un vínculo

    maintain a relationship

  • romper un vínculo

    sever a relationship

Similar words

relación: Mutual relationship between people or things, emphasizing interaction or reciprocal influence.
conexión: State of being linked or joined, often a physical or technical connection between elements.

Definition in Spanish

Relación o conexión que une a dos o más personas, ideas u objetos.

Word origin

The Spanish noun vínculo derives from Latin vinculum meaning 'bond, tie' and originally denotes a physical fastening that extends metaphorically to connections among people, ideas, or objects.

Usage tips

  • Use vínculo in formal or written contexts to emphasize a substantive or lasting tie, while relación or conexión is more common in casual speech.

Other meanings

  • connectionnoun
  • associationnoun

Opposites

  • desvinculacióndisconnectionnoun
  • separaciónseparationnoun

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