La pensión
Example: La pensión que recibo me ayuda a pagar el alquiler.
Definition
"La pensión" refers to the regular payment, typically monthly, that a retired person receives as a form of financial support after leaving the workforce. It helps cover living expenses and often comes from a government or employer pension plan.
Etymology
The word "la pensión" comes from the Latin word 'pensio,' meaning 'payment' or 'allowance.' Originally, it referred to a sum paid regularly, which evolved into the current sense of a retirement income. Did you know? In Spanish, "pensión" can also mean a boarding house, showing its connection to providing support or care.
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"La pensión" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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