consorcio
consortium, syndicate
noun kohn-SOHR-syoh Less Common
Origin: From Latin consortium (partnership), from consors (sharing a lot with).
Usage Note
Consorcio refers to a formal grouping of companies or organisations acting jointly — a consortium or joint venture. It is common in business, public administration, and EU project contexts. The plural consorcios is regular. Do not confuse with concurso ('contest/competition').
Examples
"El consorcio ganó el contrato."
Natural Translation
The consortium won the contract.
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