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Think “companion”. The word “compañero” is derived from the Latin word “companio”, which means “one who shares bread with another”.

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Tips to remember the word “compañera”:
– Think of the word “company,” as compañera can denote someone who keeps you company, thus a companion.
– Break it down: “compa-” (like “companion”) + “-ñera” (a common suffix in Spanish indicating association).
– Associate it with the English word “comrade,” which shares a similar context in terms of camaraderie and partnership.

Explanations:
– “Compañera” is a Spanish noun that refers to a female companion, partner, or colleague. It is the feminine form of “compañero.”
– It is often used to describe relationships based on camaraderie, work, school, or political affiliation.

Other words that mean the same thing:
– Amiga (friend)
– Colega (colleague)
– Socia (business partner, sharing a mutual interest)
– Conocida (acquaintance, though this is less intimate)

Alternate meanings or slang:
– In some political or social contexts, “compañera” might refer to someone who shares similar ideologies or struggles (similar to “comrade” in English).
– In informal contexts, it might also mean a significant other, girlfriend, or life partner.

Examples of sentences that use “compañera”:
– Ella es mi compañera de clase; siempre estudiamos juntas. (She is my classmate; we always study together.)
– Mi compañera de trabajo y yo vamos a presentar el proyecto mañana. (My work colleague and I are going to present the project tomorrow.)
– En la reunión, reconocieron a Luisa como la compañera más comprometida del equipo. (At the meeting, Luisa was recognized as the most committed team member.)
– He vivido con mi compañera durante cinco años, y hemos compartido muchos momentos hermosos. (I have lived with my partner for five years, and we have shared many beautiful moments.)

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