Colegas (en. Colleagues)

/koˈleɣas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who work together in the same organization or profession.
In the office, I have several colleagues with whom I share projects.
En la oficina tengo varios colegas con quienes comparto proyectos.
Friends who share common interests.
My university colleagues have become important in my life.
Mis colegas de universidad se han vuelto importantes en mi vida.
Partners in an academic or professional context.
The colleagues gathered to discuss a new project.
Los colegas se reunieron para discutir un nuevo proyecto.

Etymology

From Latin 'collēga', which means 'chosen alongside another'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

work colleagues
People who share the same work environment.
colegas de trabajo
to be a colleague
To have a working relationship or friendship with someone.
ser colega
among colleagues
In an environment where there is friendship and work simultaneously.
entre colegas

Related Words

school
Educational institution where young people and children are taught.
colegio
schoolboy
Related to colleagues or the school environment.
colegial
professional association
Association of professionals in a specific area.
colegio profesional

Slang Meanings

Buddy
That guy is my buddy, we are always together in the office.
Ese tipo es mi pana, siempre estamos juntos en la oficina.
Bro
My bro and I started working on the same project.
Mi bro y yo comenzamos a trabajar en el mismo proyecto.