Union (en. Union)

/u.njon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of uniting or joining.
The union of the two countries strengthened their economy.
La unión de los dos países fortaleció su economía.
Entity that represents a group of people with common interests.
The union is a collective of workers fighting for their rights.
El sindicato es una unión de trabajadores que luchan por sus derechos.
Agreement between parties to join together.
They signed a union agreement to work together on the project.
Firmaron un acuerdo de unión para trabajar juntos en el proyecto.

Etymology

From Latin 'unitio', which means 'the action of uniting'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unity makes strength
Collaboration among several can achieve stronger results.
unión hace la fuerza
free union
Relationship of a couple without a formal marital bond.
unión libre
civil union
Legally recognized relationship between two people with rights similar to those of marriage.
unión civil

Related Words

unite
Action of bringing or drawing together things or people.
unir
united
That is in a state of union.
unido
unity
State of being one or being in harmony.
unidad

Slang Meanings

Referring to a group of very close friends.
My union of friends is unbreakable.
Mi unión de amigos es inquebrantable.
It can refer to an informal relationship between couples.
They have a very liberal union.
Tienen una unión muy liberal.