Fonseca (en. Fonseca)

/fon'se.ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Surname originating from the locality Fonseca in the region of Galicia, Spain.
Juan Fonseca inherited his grandfather's house.
Juan Fonseca heredó la casa de su abuelo.
Name of various localities in different Spanish-speaking countries.
We were in Fonseca, a quiet town in Colombia.
Estuvimos en Fonseca, un tranquilo pueblo en Colombia.
It is used as a synonym for belonging to families of Spanish descent.
The Fonseca family is known for their tradition in folk music.
Los Fonseca son conocidos por su tradición en la música folclórica.

Etymology

The term 'fonseca' comes from the Latin 'fons, fontis' which means 'spring'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Fonseca of music
Referring to a style or musical genre associated with the Fonseca family.
Fonseca de la música
in Fonseca
Expression that can refer to a particular place or situation.
en Fonseca

Related Words

fonsequista
A person who supports or identifies with the work or style of an author with the surname Fonseca.
fonsequista
fonsecar
A verb that can refer to carrying out actions typical of the Fonseca family.
fonsecar

Slang Meanings

Investment fund created by members of the Fonseca family.
The Fonseca has been yielding good results this quarter.
El Fonseca ha estado dando buenos resultados este trimestre.
Saving money for large investments or projects.
I am fonsequeando to buy my house.
Estoy fonsequeando para comprar mi casa.