Conpañia (en. Company)
/kon.pa.ˈɲi.a/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A group of people associated to carry out joint activities.
The theater company presented a magnificent play.
La compañía de teatro presentó una obra magnífica.
Coexistence or association with someone.
I enjoy spending time in the company of my friends.
Me gusta pasar tiempo en compañía de mis amigos.
Companies or institutions dedicated to an economic activity.
The telephone company launched a new rate plan.
La compañía telefónica lanzó un nuevo plan de tarifas.
Etymology
From the Latin 'compānia', which means 'association'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be in good company
Being with someone considered pleasant.
estar en buena compañía
to keep someone company
Being with someone so they are not left alone.
hacer compañía
in the company of
Next to or accompanied by.
en compañía de
Related Words
companion
A person who accompanies or collaborates with another.
compañero
accompaniment
The action of accompanying.
acompañamiento
theater company
A group of people who perform plays.
compañía teatral
Slang Meanings
Spending time with friends without a specific purpose.
We're going out to keep company this weekend.
Vamos a salir a hacer compañía este fin de semana.
A group of people who have a close relationship.
That group of friends has become very good company.
Ese grupo de amigos se ha hecho muy buena compañía.