sócia

Sócia is the feminine form of sócio, a term used in Portuguese to denote a partner, member or shareholder in a business, organization, or association. A sócia can be a co-owner with a stake in a company, or a female member who participates in the governance, profits, or activities of a partnership, sociedade, or club.

Etimology: The word derives from Latin socius, meaning ally or companion. In Portuguese, the gendered forms sócio and sócia reflect grammatical agreement with the person’s gender and the legal or social role described.

Usage: In Portugal and Brazil, sócia is commonly used to refer to a female partner or shareholder in a company or in a sociedade; the masculine form sócio is used for men. In informal contexts, sócia also denotes a female member of clubs, cooperatives, or associations.

Rights and duties: A sócia typically contributes capital or assets and holds rights to profits proportional to her stake. She may have voting rights in general meetings and obligations to fulfill capital contributions, adhere to the bylaws, and participate in decision-making. Transferring a stake or selling a portion often requires the consent of other partners, depending on the company agreement.

Notes: The term is widely used in business and corporate language, but may appear in personal or social contexts to denote membership. The equivalent masculine form is sócio.