Vínculo (en. Bond)

/ˈbiŋkulo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Relationship that unites two or more elements.
The bond between mother and child is very strong.
El vínculo entre madre e hijo es muy fuerte.
Legal or emotional connection that binds people.
The marital bond is sacred.
El vínculo matrimonial es sagrado.
Element that allows the union of two parts.
Friendship bonds can last a lifetime.
Los vínculos de amistad pueden durar toda la vida.

Etymology

From the Latin 'vinculum', which means 'chain' or 'link'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

emotional bond
Emotional relationship between people.
vínculo afectivo
family bond
The connection between family members.
vínculo familiar
work bond
Relationship established for work reasons.
vínculo laboral

Related Words

ligature
Element that unites or ties.
ligadura
connection
Relationship or link between things or people.
conexión
relationship
The way in which two or more people or things are connected.
relación

Slang Meanings

Deal or commitment in a close friendship.
Our bond is so strong that we consider each other siblings.
Nuestro vínculo es tan fuerte que nos consideramos hermanos.
Emotional tie created in romantic relationships.
The bond we have is hard to break.
El vínculo que tenemos es difícil de romper.