conference

• Reunión formal o encuentro de personas con intereses comunes, generalmente para discutir, consultar o intercambiar información.

A formal meeting or gathering of people with a shared interest, typically for discussion, consultation, or the exchange of information.

1. B1formal

   A formal meeting for discussion, typically lasting several days, where people with shared interests participate.

   conferencia

   • The international conference on climate change attracted thousands of scientists.
   • She presented her research at the annual medical conference.
   • The conference will be held in the main auditorium.

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2. Sports leagueB2formalamerican

   An association of sports teams that compete against each other.

   Conferencia (deportes)

   • The team won the conference championship for the third time.
   • Several universities belong to the same athletic conference.
   • The conference finals will be broadcast live on television.

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3. Discussion or consultationB2formal

   A formal discussion between people with a shared purpose.

   Conferencia o consulta

   • The manager had a conference with her team about the new project.
   • The lawyers held a conference to discuss the case.
   • A conference between the two leaders resulted in a peace agreement.

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