English–Spanish
“abstention” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/aβstenˈθjon/
Example
¿Por qué hubo tanta abstención esta vez?
Why was there so much abstention this time?
How to say “abstention” in Spanish
“Abstention” in Spanish is abstención.
A turnout chart with a large slice labeled abstention.
Example sentences with abstención
En las elecciones municipales aumentó la abstención de voto entre los jóvenes.
In the municipal elections, abstention from voting among young people increased.
Tips for using abstención
- Abstención is distinct from English 'abstinence'; in Spanish abstención concerns not voting, whereas abstinencia refers to refraining from behaviors or substances.