Colega
Example: Mi colega y yo trabajamos juntos en el proyecto importante.
Definition
"Colega" refers to a person who shares a professional or academic relationship with someone else, typically working together or belonging to the same organization or field. For example, in the phrase 'Mi colega y yo trabajamos juntos en el proyecto importante,' it means a coworker or associate involved in the project.
Etymology
The word "colega" comes from the Latin term 'collega,' which means 'partner in office' or 'colleague.' It combines 'com-' meaning 'together' and 'legare' meaning 'to send' or 'delegate.' Did you know? The idea behind "colega" originally implied people sent together to share responsibilities.
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"Colega" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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