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    Acompañante (en. Companion)

    /a.kom.paˈɲan.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who keeps another company.
    The elderly woman's companion assisted her during the outing.
    El acompañante de la anciana la asistió durante la excursión.
    An element that is served alongside another in a meal.
    The mashed potatoes were the perfect accompaniment to the main dish.
    El puré de patatas fue el acompañante perfecto para el plato principal.
    A person who accompanies someone at a social event or activity.
    My companion at the party is my best friend.
    Mi acompañante en la fiesta es mi mejor amiga.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'acompañar' which comes from the Latin 'companĭāre', meaning to share bread.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    luxury companion
    A person who accompanies someone as a favor or at an elegant event.
    acompañante de lujo
    to have a companion
    It means not being alone in an activity or event.
    tener un acompañante
    the best companion
    It refers to something that adequately complements another thing, like a meal.
    el mejor acompañante

    Related Words

    accompany
    The act of going with someone or keeping company.
    acompañar
    accompaniment
    The action of accompanying or having a companion.
    acompañamiento

    Slang Meanings

    Occasional partner at social events.
    I brought a companion so I wouldn't go to the wedding alone.
    Llevé a un acompañante para no ir solo a la boda.
    A person who assists someone out of interest or convenience.
    That girl is only his companion because she likes his car.
    Esa chica solo es su acompañante porque le gusta su auto.