la coyuntura
-the situation
See the entry for coyuntura.

coyuntura

la coyuntura(
koh
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yoon
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too
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rah
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A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
feminine noun
a. situation
La coyuntura política aumentó la inseguridad de los ciudadanos de la nación.The political situation increased the insecurity of the nation's citizens.
b. circumstances
Muchas familias perdieron sus trabajos durante la coyuntura vivida en la crisis económica.Many families lost their jobs during the circumstances lived during the financial crisis.
a. situation
Julia aprovechó la coyuntura en la fiesta para anunciar que estaba embarazada.Julia took advantage of the situation in the party to say she was pregnant.
b. opportunity
La reunión mensual me pareció una buena coyuntura para decir que dimitía.I found the monthly meeting a good opportunity to announce my resignation.
a. joint
María se hizo daño en la pierna y no podía doblar la coyuntura de la rodillaMaria got injured in her knee and she was unable to bend the knee joint.
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