convergencia

/koɱ.beɾˈxen.θja/
nounIntermediate
general

The process of coming together from different directions or origins to form a single point or entity.

La convergencia de los ríos forma un delta.

The convergence of the rivers forms a delta.

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Often used in scientific, technological, or social contexts to describe the merging of distinct elements.

💻Technology
technical

In media and telecommunications, the merging of different technologies or services into a unified system.

La convergencia de la televisión y el internet ha creado nuevas formas de entretenimiento.

The convergence of television and the internet has created new forms of entertainment.

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Common in discussions about digital media and communication networks.

Collocations

convergencia de interesesconvergence of interestsconvergencia tecnológicatechnological convergencepunto de convergenciapoint of convergence

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Related Phrases

convergencia evolutivaphrase
convergent evolution
convergencia de opinionesphrase
convergence of opinions

💡Pro Tip

Technical vs. General Use

In technology, 'convergencia' often refers to the integration of systems, while in general use, it describes things coming together.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While useful, 'convergencia' can sometimes be replaced with simpler terms like 'unión' or 'encuentro' in casual speech.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 'convergere', meaning 'to come together', with the Spanish suffix '-encia' indicating a state or condition.

📝Usage Notes

In everyday language, 'convergencia' often refers to the meeting or merging of things. In technical contexts, it can describe the integration of systems or technologies.

Word Breakdown

con-
together
prefix
+
-verge
to turn
root
+
-encia
state or condition
suffix
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