Negocio (en. Business)

/neɣoˈsjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Activity or set of activities that produce goods or services.
His catering business has grown a lot this year.
Su negocio de catering ha crecido mucho este año.
Agreement or contract between two or more parties.
They are negotiating a business for the sale of the property.
Están negociando un negocio para la venta de la propiedad.
A matter that can be beneficial for someone.
It is a good business for investors.
Es un buen negocio para los inversores.

Etymology

From the Latin 'negōtium', which means 'matter' or 'occupation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a business deal
To start or develop a commercial activity.
hacer negocio
round business
A situation where profits are obtained with little effort.
negocio redondo
safe business
Investment or activity with a high probability of success.
negocio seguro

Related Words

entrepreneur
Person who manages or establishes a business.
empresario
merchant
Person engaged in commerce.
comerciante
investment
Placement of money in a business with the expectation of making profits.
inversión

Slang Meanings

Informally more lucrative business options.
I found a business that promises a lot of money with no investment.
Encontré un negocio que promete mucho dinero sin inversión.
Deal or agreement that may not be very formal.
That was a quick business deal, but it turned out well.
Ese fue un negocio a la rápida, pero salió bien.