Convenio (en. Agreement)
/konˈbeni.o/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A formal agreement between two or more parties.
An agreement was signed between the company and the union.
Se firmó un convenio entre la empresa y el sindicato.
A treaty or contract that establishes rights and obligations.
The international agreement regulates trade between countries.
El convenio internacional regula el comercio entre los países.
An agreement reached to achieve a common goal.
The collaboration agreement will allow for joint research.
El convenio de colaboración permitirá realizar investigaciones conjuntas.
Etymology
From Latin 'convenium', meaning 'meeting, agreement'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fulfill an agreement
To comply with what was agreed upon in a pact.
cumplir un convenio
sign an agreement
To officially establish an agreement between parties.
firmar un convenio
collective agreement
Agreement between employers and workers on labor conditions.
convenio colectivo
Related Words
convenience
The condition of being convenient or useful.
conveniencia
convention
A formal meeting to discuss a specific topic.
convención
Slang Meanings
An informal agreement among friends.
We made an agreement to go out for dinner together.
Hicimos un convenio para salir a cenar juntos.