VocabuoDictionaryGet the app
noun

coloquio

colloquium

Definition & meaning

Coloquio is a masculine noun meaning a conversation or discussion, especially one involving the exchange of ideas. It can also refer to a formal gathering where people discuss a subject, such as an academic or literary event.

Grammar & Word origin

The plural is coloquios . The word comes from Latin colloquium, meaning “conversation” or “discussion.”

Synonyms & antonyms

  • conversación — a general conversation; less likely than coloquio to suggest a formal or focused discussion.
  • diálogo — an exchange between two or more people, with emphasis on the back-and-forth.
  • debate — a discussion that often involves opposing views or arguments.
  • tertulia — an informal, often recurring gathering for conversation.
  • monólogo — a contrast rather than a direct antonym: speech by one person, without an exchange of ideas.

There is no exact antonym for coloquio.

Common phrases & collocations

  • coloquio académico — academic colloquium
  • coloquio literario — literary discussion or event
  • participar en un coloquio — to take part in a colloquium
  • coloquio entre especialistas — discussion among specialists

Make “coloquio” part of your vocabulary.

Build your Spanish vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.

Get Vocabuo on the App StoreGet Vocabuo for Android

Examples

El coloquio es mañana.noun

The colloquium is tomorrow.

Keep exploring Spanish

Learn words from the content you love.

Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).

Download on theApp StoreGET IT ONGoogle Play