Reconciliación (en. Reconciliation)
/rekonθiljaˈsjon/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Process by which friendly relations are restored between people or groups after a disagreement.
The reconciliation between friends was a relief for both.
La reconciliación entre amigos fue un alivio para ambos.
Agreement or understanding reached after a conflict.
The final reconciliation allowed the family to come together again.
La reconciliación final permitió que la familia se uniera nuevamente.
Action of making two opposing ideas or concepts compatible.
The reconciliation of their beliefs helped them find common ground.
La reconciliación de sus creencias les ayudó a encontrar un terreno común.
Etymology
From Latin 'reconciliatio', which means 'to reunite' or 'to reconcile'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
family reconciliation
Restoration of harmonious relationships within the family unit.
reconciliación familiar
to seek reconciliation
Trying to return to a state of peace or agreement.
buscar la reconciliación
reconciliation of interests
Process of finding a balance between different needs or desires.
reconciliación de intereses
Related Words
to reconcile
Restoring peace or harmony between conflicting parties.
reconciliar
to conciliate
Making compatibility between different ideas or interests.
conciliar
Slang Meanings
To make peace
After a long discussion, they decided to make peace.
Después de una larga discusión, decidieron hacer las paces.
To reconcile as friends
Whenever they have a problem, they end up reconciling as friends.
Siempre que tienen un problema, terminan reconciliándose como amigos.