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    Convenciones (en. Conventions)

    /konβen'θjones/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of agreements or norms that regulate certain behaviors or situations.
    Social conventions are important for coexistence.
    Las convenciones sociales son importantes para la convivencia.
    Meetings or assemblies where specific topics are discussed.
    We attended several conventions to learn about the latest trends in the industry.
    Asistimos a varias convenciones para conocer las últimas tendencias del sector.
    Practices or customs that have been generally accepted.
    There are conventions on how to behave in a job interview.
    Existen convenciones sobre cómo actuar en una entrevista de trabajo.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'conventio', which means 'agreement' or 'convention'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    social conventions
    Norms that regulate behavior in society.
    convenciones sociales
    international conventions
    Agreements between countries to regulate specific aspects.
    convenciones internacionales
    breaking away from conventions
    Acting in a way that is different from what is socially expected.
    salirse de las convenciones

    Related Words

    conventional
    One that follows established conventions.
    convencional
    to agree
    To accept or agree to a deal or agreement.
    convenir

    Slang Meanings

    Things that are accepted without questioning.
    In that office, following conventions is vital to fit in.
    En esa oficina, seguir las convenciones es vital para encajar.
    Unwritten rules that everyone knows.
    It's not a rule, but there are conventions that we all follow to avoid conflicts.
    No es una regla, pero hay convenciones que todos seguimos para evitar conflictos.