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"Convención" is a noun which is often translated as "convention", and "convencional" is an adjective which is often translated as "conventional". Learn more about the difference between "convención" and "convencional" below.
la convención(
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)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
1. (custom)
a. convention
Cuando se viaja por el mundo, es importante respetar las convenciones sociales establecidas de las diversas culturas.When you travel around the world, it's important to respect the established social conventions of the various cultures.
2. (assembly)
a. convention
Una nueva junta directiva será elegida durante la convención anual de la organización.A new Board of Directors will be elected during the organization's annual convention.
3. (agreement)
a. convention
La convención de la Haya para la protección y adopción internacional de niños se redactó en 1993.The Hague convention on child protection and intercountry adoptions was drafted in 1993.
convencional(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (general)
a. conventional
La decoración de la casa de Ana es algo convencional para mi gusto.The decor of Ana's house is a little conventional for my liking.
