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“autonomy” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/awtonoˈmia/

Example

Es importante que cada persona tenga autonomía para tomar sus decisiones.

It is important that each person has autonomy to make their own decisions.

Illustration for autonomía (autonomy)

How to say “autonomy” in Spanish

“Autonomy” in Spanish is autonomía.

Ability to decide and act independently.

Full entry for autonomía: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with autonomía

Tener autonomía personal ayuda a establecer límites con los demás.

Having personal autonomy helps establish boundaries with others.

Tips for using autonomía

  • Autonomía applies to people, organizations, and political regions, so phrases like autonomía personal or comunidad autónoma clarify whether it means individual independence or regional self-government.

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