Acogió (en. Welcomed)

/a.ko.'xio/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To receive someone in a place with kindness.
The family welcomed the tourist into their home.
La familia acogió al turista en su hogar.
To accept or admit someone into a group or institution.
The school welcomed several refugee students.
La escuela acogió a varios estudiantes refugiados.
To offer asylum or protection to someone.
The country welcomed migrants during the crisis.
El país acogió a los migrantes durante la crisis.

Etymology

From the verb 'acoger', which comes from the Latin 'accolligere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

welcomed with open arms
To receive someone in a very friendly manner.
acogió con los brazos abiertos
to welcome someone into one's home
To give shelter to someone in the home.
acoger a alguien en casa
to accept the proposal
To accept an offer or suggestion.
acoger la propuesta

Related Words

to welcome
To receive someone in a place.
acoger
shelter
Place where people are welcomed, especially refugees or travelers.
albergue
hospitality
Quality of being friendly and welcoming to visitors.
hospitalidad

Slang Meanings

To welcome in an exaggerated manner.
Last night's party was so good that everyone welcomed the newcomers as if they were family.
La fiesta de anoche fue tan buena que todos acogieron a los nuevos como si fueran de la familia.
To embrace unconditionally.
That place is known for welcoming everyone without questions.
Ese lugar es conocido por acoger a todos sin preguntas.