1. Plural of pensión; regular payments made to a person who is retired, disabled, or a surviving dependent.
Usage: Spanish word; commonly used in English when discussing Latin American or Spanish contexts; Often refers to retirement benefits or social security payments
2. Plural of pensión; small hotels or boarding houses, especially in Spanish-speaking countries.
Usage: Less common in modern English; primarily historical or travel-related usage

Examples

• Many retirees in Spain depend on their pensiones to cover living expenses.
• The government increased pensiones for elderly citizens this year.
• She receives monthly pensiones from her late husband's employer.
• During our trip to Mexico, we stayed in a small pensiones near the town square.
• The reform will affect how pensiones are calculated for future retirees.