compañero
colleague, classmate, partner
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/kom.paˈɲe.ɾo/
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Cultural Note
The word compañero conveys warmth and camaraderie. In Spanish workplaces, socialising with compañeros over coffee breaks and after-work drinks (cañas) is an important part of the culture.
📝 Example Sentences
Mis compañeros de trabajo son muy simpáticos.
My work colleagues are very nice.
Hice un trabajo en grupo con mis compañeros de clase.
I did a group project with my classmates.