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subvencionar

B1 verb 8분 분량

subvencionar

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설명 subvencionar in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't really need to use the word 'subvencionar' yet. It is a big, formal word. Instead, you can use simple phrases like 'dar dinero para ayudar' (to give money to help) or 'pagar una parte' (to pay a part). However, it is good to know that when the government helps with money, they are 'subvencionando'. For example, if your bus ticket is very cheap, it is because the city 'paga una parte' (subsidizes it). Think of it as 'money for help' from a big organization. You might see this word on posters for free concerts or events in the city. Just remember: Subvencionar = Help with money from the government.

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By A2, you are starting to talk about your daily life and society. You might hear 'subvencionar' when talking about school books, public transport, or healthy food in schools. In A2, you can understand that 'subvencionar' is a verb that describes when an official group (like your town hall) gives money to make something cheaper or possible. You can use it in simple sentences like 'El ayuntamiento subvenciona el deporte'. It is a regular verb, so it follows the same patterns as 'hablar' or 'cantar'. You will mostly see it in news or official documents.

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At B1, 'subvencionar' becomes a very useful word for discussing social issues, the economy, and culture. You should be able to use it to explain why certain things are funded by the state. For example, you can talk about how the government 'subvenciona' renewable energy or the arts. You should also recognize the noun 'subvención' (subsidy). At this level, you start to distinguish between 'subvencionar' (giving a grant) and 'financiar' (providing funds, often to be paid back). You will use it in debates about whether the government should spend money on certain projects. It is a key word for the 'Society' and 'Environment' topics in B1 exams.

At the B2 level, you should use 'subvencionar' with precision in formal writing and speaking. You are expected to understand the nuances of economic policy. You might discuss 'sectores subvencionados' (subsidized sectors) and the impact of these subsidies on the free market. You should be comfortable using the passive voice ('El proyecto fue subvencionado') and the subjunctive mood ('Es necesario que el estado subvencione la investigación'). You will also encounter it in more complex texts about European Union funds or international aid. You should know common collocations like 'subvencionar íntegramente' or 'solicitar una subvención'.

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For C1 learners, 'subvencionar' is a standard part of your academic and professional vocabulary. You should be able to analyze the pros and cons of 'subvencionar' specific industries in a sophisticated way. You might use it in the context of 'competencia desleal' (unfair competition) or 'incentivos fiscales' (tax incentives). You should understand its relationship with other complex terms like 'subvenciones cruzadas' (cross-subsidies) or 'subvenciones a fondo perdido'. Your usage should be natural and correctly placed within formal registers. You can use it to describe complex socio-economic mechanisms in essays or business presentations.

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At the C2 level, you have complete mastery over 'subvencionar' and its various connotations. You can use it metaphorically or in highly specialized legal and economic contexts. You understand the political weight the word carries in different Spanish-speaking countries (e.g., the debate over 'subsidios' in Argentina vs. 'subvenciones' in Spain). You can use it to discuss the intricacies of state aid regulations in the EU or the historical evolution of subsidies in the agricultural sector. Your ability to use the word reflects a deep understanding of the institutional structures of the Hispanic world.

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subvencionar 30초 만에

Subvencionar means to provide a financial grant or subsidy, usually from a government body.
It is a formal, regular -ar verb used in economic and political contexts.
Commonly used for public services, culture, and social welfare projects.
Distinguish it from 'financiar', which often implies a loan or private investment.

The Spanish verb subvencionar is an essential term for anyone looking to navigate the worlds of politics, economics, culture, or formal administration in Spanish-speaking societies. At its core, it means to provide financial assistance, typically from a government or an official organization, to support a specific project, industry, or individual activity. Unlike a simple gift or a loan, a subvención (the noun form) is usually granted with the expectation that the funds will be used for a public good or to maintain a service that might not be profitable on its own but is socially or culturally valuable.

Economic Context: In economics, the act of subvencionar is often used to stabilize prices or encourage production in sectors like agriculture or renewable energy. For example, a government might subsidize electric vehicles to reduce carbon emissions.
Cultural Context: In Spain and many Latin American countries, the state plays a significant role in 'subvencionar la cultura', which includes funding for films, local festivals, and theater productions that might otherwise struggle in a purely commercial market.

El ayuntamiento decidió subvencionar el transporte público para todos los estudiantes de la ciudad.

You will encounter this word frequently in the news, especially during budget season or when discussing social policies. It carries a formal tone, suggesting a bureaucratic or institutional process. When a company or individual receives these funds, they are said to be 'subvencionados'. It is important to distinguish this from 'financiar' (to finance), which is a broader term that can include loans, private investments, or personal savings. Subvencionar specifically implies a grant or subsidy, often non-repayable, provided by an authority.

Es vital que el Estado siga subvencionando la investigación científica básica.

Public Policy: Subvencionar is the verb used when the government pays for part of the cost of something to make it cheaper for the public, such as medication or housing.

In a broader sense, it can also be used metaphorically in social contexts, though this is less common. For instance, if a parent 'subsidizes' their adult child's lifestyle, one might jokingly use this term to emphasize the one-sided financial support. However, in 95% of cases, you will use it in a professional, political, or economic setting.

Muchas ONGs son subvencionadas por organismos internacionales.

Using subvencionar correctly requires understanding its role as a transitive verb. This means it takes a direct object—the entity or activity receiving the subsidy. The syntax is typically: [Subject] + [subvencionar] + [Direct Object]. For example, 'El gobierno (Subject) subvenciona (Verb) el cine (Object)'. It is also very common to see it in the passive voice, particularly in formal reports: 'El proyecto fue subvencionado por la Unión Europea'.

Active Voice: The focus is on the provider of the funds. 'La fundación subvenciona programas de alfabetización'.
Passive Voice: The focus is on the activity. 'Estos cursos están subvencionados por el Ministerio de Educación'.

Si el estado no subvencionara el pan, los precios serían inalcanzables.

One nuance to keep in mind is the use of the preposition 'a' when the object is a person or a specific group of people, following the rules of the 'personal a' in Spanish. 'El estado subvenciona a los agricultores'. However, if you are subsidizing the 'activity' of farming, you would say 'El estado subvenciona la agricultura'. This distinction is subtle but marks the difference between a mid-level learner and an advanced speaker.

¿Crees que es justo subvencionar empresas que contaminan el medio ambiente?

In conditional sentences, 'subvencionar' often appears in the imperfect subjunctive (subvencionara/subvencionase) to discuss hypothetical economic policies. 'Si el gobierno subvencionara el alquiler, los jóvenes podrían independizarse antes'. This structure is common in political debates and academic essays discussing social welfare.

Common Collocations: Subvencionar íntegramente (to subsidize fully), subvencionar parcialmente (to subsidize partially), subvencionar a fondo perdido (to provide a non-repayable subsidy).

La Unión Europea ha decidido subvencionar la transición hacia energías verdes.

You will hear subvencionar most frequently in the public sphere. In Spain, for instance, 'las subvenciones' are a constant topic of conversation in the news. Whether it is the 'subvención' for the film industry (frequently criticized by some political sectors) or subsidies for agriculture (the Common Agricultural Policy of the EU), the verb is a staple of journalistic language. If you watch a news program like 'Antena 3 Noticias' or 'Telediario de TVE', you are almost guaranteed to hear it during the economic or political segments.

En el telediario: 'El gobierno anuncia que dejará de subvencionar los combustibles fósiles el próximo año'.

In a professional environment, particularly if you work for an NGO, a university, or a startup, 'subvencionar' is part of the daily jargon. You might hear a manager say, 'Estamos buscando una entidad que pueda subvencionar nuestra próxima investigación'. It is the language of grants and funding applications. In university settings, you will hear it regarding 'becas' (scholarships) and 'comedores subvencionados' (subsidized cafeterias where students pay less for meals).

Another common place to encounter this word is in the fine print of cultural posters or event flyers. At the bottom, you will often see a list of logos under the heading 'Actividad subvencionada por...', followed by the names of local councils or ministries. This indicates that the event is free or cheap because of public funding. In Latin America, the word is equally prevalent in discussions about 'subsidios' for electricity and water, which are hot-button political issues in countries like Argentina or Mexico.

News Headlines: 'Bruselas pide a España dejar de subvencionar el gas' or 'Nuevas ayudas para subvencionar la compra de libros de texto'.

En una reunión de negocios: 'Necesitamos que la cámara de comercio nos subvencione el viaje a la feria internacional'.

The most frequent mistake learners make with subvencionar is confusing it with other financial verbs like 'financiar' or 'pagar'. While they all involve money moving from one person to another, the intent and source are different. 'Pagar' is simply to pay for a service or product. 'Financiar' usually implies providing the capital for a project, often expecting a return or a repayment (like a bank financing a house). 'Subvencionar' almost always implies a grant or a discount provided by an authority for a specific social or strategic purpose.

Mistake: Subvencionar vs. Financiar: Don't say 'El banco me subvencionó el coche' unless the bank gave you the money for free as a grant. Use 'El banco me financió el coche'.
Mistake: Using it for individuals paying for dinner: Avoid saying 'Mi amigo subvencionó la cena'. It sounds overly robotic and bureaucratic. Use 'Mi amigo me invitó a cenar' or 'Mi amigo pagó la cena'.

Incorrecto: El gobierno pagó el cine (Vague). Correcto: El gobierno subvencionó el cine (Precise).

Another common error is related to the spelling. Learners sometimes forget the 'v' and write it with a 'b' (subbencionar) or confuse it with the English 'subsidize' and try to create a Spanglish version like 'subsidizar'. While 'subsidiar' does exist in Spanish and is a synonym, 'subvencionar' is much more common in Spain. In some Latin American countries, 'subsidiar' is used more frequently, but 'subvencionar' is universally understood and correct.

Finally, remember that 'subvencionar' is an action performed by an entity. You cannot 'subvencionar' yourself. You can 'autofinanciarte' (self-finance), but 'subvencionar' requires an external provider of the grant. Using it in the wrong direction (e.g., 'El cine subvencionó al gobierno') would mean the movie industry is giving grants to the state, which is usually the opposite of reality.

Error común: 'Voy a subvencionar mis vacaciones'. Mejor: 'Voy a ahorrar para mis vacaciones'.

While subvencionar is the standard term for providing a subsidy, Spanish offers several alternatives depending on the context and the level of formality. Understanding these synonyms will help you choose the right word for the right situation.

Subsidiar: Very close to 'subvencionar'. It is more common in Latin American economic contexts. For example, 'subsidiar la gasolina'.
Becar: Specifically used for students or researchers. It means to provide a scholarship (beca). 'La universidad me becó para estudiar en el extranjero'.
Patrocinar: To sponsor. This implies a commercial exchange where the sponsor gets visibility or advertising in return. 'Red Bull patrocina eventos de deportes extremos'.
Financiar: To provide funds for something, often through loans or credit. 'El banco financió la construcción del puente'.

Diferencia: El gobierno subvenciona la ópera (apoyo social), pero Rolex patrocina el concierto (publicidad).

In more informal settings, you might use 'ayudar económicamente' or 'dar una ayuda'. For instance, 'El ayuntamiento da una ayuda para el alquiler' is a more common way to express the idea of a subsidy in casual conversation. Another term, 'costear', means to pay the costs of something entirely. 'Mi empresa costea todos mis viajes de negocios'. While related, 'costear' doesn't necessarily imply a grant; it just identifies who is footing the bill.

Es mejor subvencionar la creación de empleo que pagar el subsidio de desempleo.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The word 'subvencionar' shares the same root as 'subvenir', which is a more formal verb meaning to provide for someone's basic needs. While 'subvencionar' is for projects/activities, 'subvenir' is for necessities like food or clothing.

발음 가이드

UK /sub.ben.θjoˈnaɾ/

US /sub.ben.sjoˈnaɾ/

The stress is on the last syllable: sub-ven-cio-NAR.

라임이 맞는 단어

abandonar accionar adicionar apasionar cuestionar mencionar perfeccionar seleccionar

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing the 'v' like an English 'v' (with teeth on lips). In Spanish, it's more like a 'b'.
Stress on the wrong syllable (e.g., sub-VEN-cio-nar).
Missing the 'i' in 'cio' (sub-ven-co-nar).
Pronouncing 'sub' as 'suhb' instead of 'soob'.
Over-emphasizing the 'r' at the end.

난이도

독해 3/5

Common in news and formal texts, but easy to recognize from context.

쓰기 4/5

Requires correct spelling (v/b) and understanding of transitive usage.

말하기 4/5

Long word that needs correct stress on the final syllable.

듣기 3/5

Clear pronunciation, though the 'v' might sound like a 'b'.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

dinero ayuda pagar gobierno estado

다음에 배울 것

presupuesto impuestos fiscalidad conceder solicitar

고급

erario público partida presupuestaria déficit superávit

알아야 할 문법

Personal 'a' with specific people

Subvencionamos a los artistas locales.

Passive voice with 'ser'

El proyecto fue subvencionado por la UE.

Subjunctive for desires/doubts

Espero que subvencionen mi investigación.

Infinitive after prepositions

Fondos destinados a subvencionar el deporte.

Conditional for hypotheses

Si subvencionaran el gas, ahorraríamos dinero.

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수준별 예문

El gobierno ayuda a subvencionar los libros.

The government helps to subsidize the books.

Simple present with infinitive.

Ellos quieren subvencionar el viaje.

They want to subsidize the trip.

Verb + infinitive construction.

Mi ciudad subvenciona el autobús.

My city subsidizes the bus.

Third person singular present.

Es bueno subvencionar el arte.

It is good to subsidize art.

Impersonal expression + infinitive.

El museo es subvencionado.

The museum is subsidized.

Passive voice with 'ser' + participle.

Vamos a subvencionar la comida.

We are going to subsidize the food.

Future with 'ir a'.

¿Quién va a subvencionar esto?

Who is going to subsidize this?

Question form.

El estado subvenciona las medicinas.

The state subsidizes medicines.

Present tense.

El ayuntamiento subvenciona los cursos de verano.

The town hall subsidizes the summer courses.

Direct object 'los cursos'.

Queremos que el estado subvencione el teatro.

We want the state to subsidize the theater.

Present subjunctive after 'querer que'.

Muchos agricultores son subvencionados por la UE.

Many farmers are subsidized by the EU.

Passive voice.

La empresa no puede subvencionar más proyectos.

The company cannot subsidize more projects.

Modal verb 'poder' + infinitive.

El gobierno ha decidido subvencionar el alquiler.

The government has decided to subsidize the rent.

Present perfect tense.

Si subvencionamos el pan, será más barato.

If we subsidize bread, it will be cheaper.

First conditional.

Están subvencionando la energía solar.

They are subsidizing solar energy.

Present progressive.

Fue difícil subvencionar todo el evento.

It was difficult to subsidize the whole event.

Preterite tense.

Es fundamental subvencionar la investigación contra el cáncer.

It is fundamental to subsidize cancer research.

Infinitive as subject.

El gobierno subvencionará el transporte si hay presupuesto.

The government will subsidize transport if there is a budget.

Future tense.

Dudo que el ayuntamiento subvencione esta actividad.

I doubt the town hall will subsidize this activity.

Subjunctive after 'dudar que'.

Se han subvencionado miles de coches eléctricos este año.

Thousands of electric cars have been subsidized this year.

Passive 'se' construction.

Para subvencionar la cultura, se necesitan más impuestos.

To subsidize culture, more taxes are needed.

'Para' + infinitive to show purpose.

La asociación subvenciona a los jóvenes emprendedores.

The association subsidizes young entrepreneurs.

Personal 'a' before 'los jóvenes'.

El estado dejó de subvencionar el carbón hace años.

The state stopped subsidizing coal years ago.

'Dejar de' + infinitive.

Siempre subvencionan las mismas empresas.

They always subsidize the same companies.

Present tense, third person plural.

El programa pretende subvencionar la rehabilitación de viviendas.

The program aims to subsidize home renovation.

Verb 'pretender' + infinitive.

A pesar de las críticas, seguirán subvencionando el sector.

Despite the criticism, they will continue subsidizing the sector.

'Seguir' + gerund.

Si el gobierno no subvencionara el gas, el IPC subiría.

If the government didn't subsidize gas, the CPI would rise.

Imperfect subjunctive in 'if' clause.

La ley prohíbe subvencionar partidos políticos con dinero público.

The law prohibits subsidizing political parties with public money.

Infinitive object of 'prohibir'.

Es poco probable que subvencionen la totalidad del coste.

It is unlikely that they will subsidize the entire cost.

Subjunctive after 'es poco probable que'.

Habiendo subvencionado la industria, el empleo creció.

Having subsidized the industry, employment grew.

Compound gerund.

Se busca subvencionar proyectos de innovación tecnológica.

They seek to subsidize technological innovation projects.

Impersonal 'se'.

No creo que el estado deba subvencionar actividades taurinas.

I don't think the state should subsidize bullfighting activities.

Subjunctive after 'no creo que'.

La política agraria común se basa en subvencionar la producción.

The common agricultural policy is based on subsidizing production.

Preposition 'en' + infinitive.

Se cuestiona la ética de subvencionar industrias contaminantes.

The ethics of subsidizing polluting industries is questioned.

Reflexive passive.

El estado optó por subvencionar indirectamente a través de exenciones.

The state opted to subsidize indirectly through exemptions.

Adverbial phrase 'indirectamente'.

Resulta imperativo subvencionar la transición ecológica.

It is imperative to subsidize the ecological transition.

Formal adjective 'imperativo'.

Las ayudas se destinan a subvencionar la digitalización de las PYMES.

The grants are aimed at subsidizing the digitalization of SMEs.

Noun 'ayudas' as subject.

No se puede subvencionar indefinidamente un modelo ineficiente.

An inefficient model cannot be subsidized indefinitely.

Adverb 'indefinidamente'.

El tratado impide subvencionar a empresas nacionales en crisis.

The treaty prevents subsidizing national companies in crisis.

Verb 'impedir' + infinitive.

Subvencionar el consumo puede generar inflación a largo plazo.

Subsidizing consumption can generate inflation in the long run.

Infinitive as subject noun.

La controversia sobre subvencionar el cine nacional persiste.

The controversy over subsidizing national cinema persists.

Noun 'controversia' + preposition 'sobre'.

Se debate si subvencionar la demanda o la oferta de vivienda.

It is debated whether to subsidize the demand or supply of housing.

Indirect question with 'si'.

El gobierno se ve abocado a subvencionar los tipos de interés.

The government is forced to subsidize interest rates.

Passive-like construction 'verse abocado a'.

Subvencionar a fondo perdido es una práctica arriesgada.

Providing non-repayable subsidies is a risky practice.

Idiomatic expression 'a fondo perdido'.

La administración se comprometió a subvencionar el I+D.

The administration committed to subsidizing R&D.

Acronym 'I+D' (Investigación y Desarrollo).

Resulta anacrónico subvencionar sectores que ya no son competitivos.

It is anachronistic to subsidize sectors that are no longer competitive.

Sophisticated adjective 'anacrónico'.

El flujo de capital para subvencionar startups ha disminuido.

The flow of capital to subsidize startups has decreased.

Noun 'flujo' with prepositional phrase.

Es una falacia creer que se puede subvencionar todo sin consecuencias.

It is a fallacy to believe that everything can be subsidized without consequences.

Abstract noun 'falacia'.

자주 쓰는 조합

subvencionar íntegramente

subvencionar parcialmente

subvencionar actividades

subvencionar el transporte

subvencionar la investigación

subvencionar a fondo perdido

subvencionar el alquiler

subvencionar empresas

subvencionar proyectos

subvencionar el cine

자주 쓰는 구문

estar subvencionado por

— To be subsidized by a specific entity.

Este evento está subvencionado por el gobierno regional.

ayuda para subvencionar

— Financial aid intended to cover costs.

He pedido una ayuda para subvencionar mi máster.

fondos para subvencionar

— Money allocated for subsidies.

No hay fondos para subvencionar más becas.

derecho a subvencionar

— The legal right of an entity to provide subsidies.

El estado tiene derecho a subvencionar sectores estratégicos.

dejar de subvencionar

— To stop providing a subsidy.

Van a dejar de subvencionar el diésel.

volver a subvencionar

— To subsidize again.

El próximo año volverán a subvencionar el teatro.

necesidad de subvencionar

— The requirement or urgency to provide a subsidy.

Existe la necesidad de subvencionar el campo.

plan para subvencionar

— A strategy or roadmap for subsidies.

Han presentado un plan para subvencionar la vivienda.

capacidad para subvencionar

— The financial power to provide grants.

El municipio no tiene capacidad para subvencionar todo.

intentar subvencionar

— To try to provide funding.

Intentamos subvencionar el máximo de solicitudes.

자주 혼동되는 단어

subvencionar vs financiar

Financing often involves loans or private capital; subsidizing is usually a grant.

subvencionar vs subsidiar

Very similar, but 'subvencionar' is more common in Spain, 'subsidiar' in parts of LatAm.

subvencionar vs patrocinar

Sponsoring is for commercial gain; subsidizing is for social/public benefit.

관용어 및 표현

"subvencionar a fondo perdido"

— To give money that doesn't need to be paid back, usually for a risky or social project.

El gobierno decidió subvencionar a fondo perdido la creación de la cooperativa.

Formal/Economic

"vivir de subvenciones"

— To survive solely on government grants, often used pejoratively.

Esa empresa lleva años viviendo de subvenciones sin innovar.

Informal/Critical

"subvencionar el vicio"

— To fund something that is considered bad or unnecessary (metaphorical).

Subvencionar el tabaco sería como subvencionar el vicio.

Informal

"estar a la sopa boba"

— Related idiom: To live off others or the state without working.

No puedes estar a la sopa boba esperando que te subvencionen todo.

Colloquial

"tirar de subvención"

— To rely on a grant to get a project done.

Tuvimos que tirar de subvención para terminar el documental.

Informal

"subvencionar la ignorancia"

— To fund things that don't educate (critical expression).

Algunos dicen que esos programas de TV son subvencionar la ignorancia.

Critical

"atar los perros con longaniza"

— Related idiom: To think money is plentiful (often used when complaining about high subsidies).

Parece que en este ayuntamiento atan los perros con longaniza con tanta subvención.

Colloquial

"poner el cazo"

— Related idiom: To wait to receive money/grants, sometimes implying corruption.

Muchos solo están ahí para poner el cazo y recibir la subvención.

Slang

"caído del cielo"

— Related idiom: Money or help that comes unexpectedly (like a grant).

Esa subvención nos vino como caída del cielo.

Informal

"hacer el agosto"

— Related idiom: To make a lot of money (sometimes through subsidies).

Algunas constructoras hicieron el agosto subvencionadas por el estado.

Informal

혼동하기 쉬운

subvencionar vs becar

Both involve giving money.

'Becar' is only for students/education; 'subvencionar' is for any activity or project.

Me becaron para estudiar, pero el estado subvenciona el curso.

subvencionar vs donar

Both are giving money without return.

'Donar' is usually from individuals/charity; 'subvencionar' is from official institutions.

Doné dinero a la ONG, y el gobierno la subvenciona.

subvencionar vs invertir

Both involve putting money into something.

'Invertir' expects a financial profit; 'subvencionar' expects a social or cultural benefit.

Invierto en bolsa, pero el estado subvenciona el cine.

subvencionar vs pagar

Both involve money transfer.

'Pagar' is a simple transaction; 'subvencionar' is an institutional support mechanism.

Pago mi billete, pero el ayuntamiento lo subvenciona para que sea barato.

subvencionar vs sufragar

Very similar meaning.

'Sufragar' is much more formal and often refers to paying the total costs of an expense.

El estado sufragará los gastos del juicio.

문장 패턴

El [organismo] subvenciona [actividad].

La ciudad subvenciona el teatro.

Se va a subvencionar [objeto].

Se va a subvencionar el transporte escolar.

Para [verbo], hay que subvencionar.

Para innovar, hay que subvencionar la tecnología.

Es necesario que se subvencione [objeto].

Es necesario que se subvencione el alquiler joven.

Si se subvencionara [objeto], [consecuencia].

Si se subvencionara el tren, habría menos coches.

La medida consiste en subvencionar [objeto].

La medida consiste en subvencionar la eficiencia energética.

Pese a subvencionar [objeto], no hay mejora.

Pese a subvencionar el carbón, no hay mejora económica.

Se cuestiona la idoneidad de subvencionar [objeto].

Se cuestiona la idoneidad de subvencionar sectores obsoletos.

어휘 가족

명사

subvención (subsidy)

subvencionado/a (recipient of a subsidy)

동사

subvencionar (to subsidize)

형용사

subvencionable (subsidizable/eligible for a subsidy)

subvencionado (subsidized)

사용법

frequency

High in news, administration, and formal business.

자주 하는 실수

Subbencionar → Subvencionar
Spelling error: it must be with a 'v', not a 'b'.
Subsidizar → Subvencionar / Subsidiar
'Subsidizar' is an anglicism. Use 'subvencionar' or 'subsidiar'.
El banco subvencionó mi casa. → El banco financió mi casa.
Banks provide loans (finance), they don't give free grants (subsidize) for houses.
Subvenciono a mis amigos la cena. → Invito a cenar a mis amigos.
'Subvencionar' is for institutions, not for social invitations.
La subvención de el proyecto. → La subvención del proyecto.
Don't forget the contraction 'de + el = del'.

팁

Regular Conjugation

Don't overthink it! It's a standard -ar verb. If you know 'hablar', you know 'subvencionar'.

The Noun Link

Always remember 'la subvención'. If you see the noun, the verb is just one step away.

Formal Contexts

Use it in essays, business meetings, or when discussing news to sound professional.

The 'V' Rule

Remember: Sub-VEN-cionar. 'Ven' as in 'venir' (to come). The money 'comes' to help.

EU Context

If you live in Europe, you'll see this word on almost every public works sign (Subvencionado por la UE).

Use with 'Para'

Use 'para' to explain the goal: 'Subvencionar dinero PARA libros'.

Passive is Common

In reports, use 'fue subvencionado' to sound more objective.

vs. Financiar

Subvencionar = Grant (Free money). Financiar = Funding (Might be a loan).

End Stress

Make sure to hit that final 'AR' sound clearly in the infinitive.

Be Careful

Don't use it to describe your parents paying for your lunch; it sounds too clinical!

암기하기

기억법

Think of a 'SUBmarine' coming 'VEN' (to come) to save a sinking ship with 'money'. SUB-VEN-CIONAR.

시각적 연상

Imagine a government building (the source) pouring a stream of gold coins into a small, struggling community garden (the activity).

Word Web

Estado Dinero Ayuda Proyecto Cultura Transporte Beca Gratis

챌린지

Try to find three items in your daily life that are 'subvencionados' (e.g., a bus ride, a library book, a public museum) and say it out loud.

어원

From the Latin 'subvenire', which means 'to come to help' or 'to assist'. It is composed of 'sub' (under/from below) and 'venire' (to come).

원래 의미: Coming to the aid of someone or something in need of support.

Romance (Latin origin).

문화적 맥락

Be careful when using 'vivir de subvenciones' as it can be seen as an insult to those who receive necessary aid.

In the US, people often use 'subsidize' or 'grant-funded'. The concept is similar but the cultural debate over government funding is often more intense in English-speaking countries.

The 'Ley del Cine' in Spain, which dictates how the state should subvencionar movies. The 'PAC' (Política Agraria Común) in the EU, which is the world's largest program to subvencionar farmers. Debates in Argentina regarding 'quitar los subsidios' (removing subsidies) for public services.

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실제 사용 상황

Politics

subvencionar el sector
ley de subvenciones
fondos estatales
partida para subvencionar

Education

subvencionar el transporte escolar
comedor subvencionado
becas y subvenciones
subvencionar la matrícula

Environment

subvencionar energías limpias
subvencionar coches eléctricos
ayudas para placas solares
subvencionar el reciclaje

Culture

subvencionar el cine
subvencionar festivales
patrimonio subvencionado
subvencionar a artistas

Economics

subvencionar la exportación
sectores subvencionados
subvenciones a fondo perdido
subvencionar el consumo

대화 시작하기

"¿Crees que el gobierno debería subvencionar más el transporte público?"

"¿En tu país es común que el estado subvencione el cine nacional?"

"¿Qué opinas de subvencionar a las grandes empresas en crisis?"

"¿Has solicitado alguna vez una ayuda para subvencionar tus estudios?"

"¿Es mejor subvencionar la oferta o la demanda de vivienda?"

일기 주제

Escribe sobre una actividad cultural en tu ciudad que esté subvencionada y por qué es importante.

Reflexiona sobre los pros y contras de que el estado subvencione los alimentos básicos.

Imagina que eres el alcalde: ¿qué tres cosas decidirías subvencionar y por qué?

Describe cómo ha cambiado la política de subvenciones en tu país en los últimos años.

¿Crees que subvencionar el arte es un lujo o una necesidad? Argumenta tu respuesta.

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Sí, es un verbo regular terminado en -ar. Se conjuga como 'hablar'. Por ejemplo: yo subvenciono, tú subvencionas, él subvenciona.

Una beca (scholarship) es una ayuda económica específica para estudiantes o investigadores. Una subvención es un término más general para cualquier ayuda económica dada por una entidad pública a una actividad o proyecto.

Sí, pero se usa la preposición 'a'. Por ejemplo: 'El gobierno subvenciona a los autónomos'. Sin embargo, es más común decir que se subvenciona una actividad: 'El gobierno subvenciona el trabajo autónomo'.

No es muy común en una charla informal entre amigos, a menos que se hable de política o noticias. En el día a día, la gente suele decir 'dar una ayuda' o 'ayudar con dinero'.

Significa dar una ayuda económica que el receptor no tiene la obligación de devolver. Es muy común en proyectos de emprendimiento o cultura.

En muchos países de Latinoamérica se usa 'subsidiar' con más frecuencia que 'subvencionar', aunque ambos son correctos y se entienden perfectamente.

El sustantivo es 'subvención'. Por ejemplo: 'He recibido una subvención para mi proyecto'.

Sí, el estado puede subvencionar a empresas privadas si considera que su actividad es estratégica para el país, como la energía o la tecnología.

No. Patrocinar (to sponsor) suele tener un fin comercial o publicitario. Subvencionar suele tener un fin social, cultural o de fomento económico por parte del estado.

Se escribe con 'v'. Un error común es escribirlo con 'b' (subbencionar), lo cual es incorrecto.

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