Compañero: classmate, coworker, partner
Pronunciation: kohm-pah-NYEH-roh (stress the capital letters)
Compañero means “classmate, coworker, partner” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: classmate, coworker, partner
- How to say it: kohm-pah-NYEH-roh
- Gender: el compañero
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “compañero” means and how to use it
Compañero means “companion,” “classmate,” or “coworker.” It is a very common word at school and at work.
Gender and plural
- Gender: el compañero / la compañera (masculine / feminine)
- Plural: los compañeros / las compañeroas
Examples with audio
- Mi compañero de clase es de Perú.My classmate is from Peru.
- Trabajo con compañeros muy simpáticos.I work with very friendly coworkers.
- Ella es mi compañera de cuarto.She is my roommate.
Usage tip
Use “compañero de clase” (classmate), “compañero de trabajo” (coworker), and “compañero de cuarto” (roommate). Compañera is the feminine.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “classmate, coworker, partner” in Spanish?
“classmate, coworker, partner” in Spanish is “compañero.” It is pronounced kohm-pah-NYEH-roh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “compañero”?
Say kohm-pah-NYEH-roh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “compañero” masculine or feminine?
Compañero is masculine: “el compañero.” The plural is “compañeros.”
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