English–Spanish
“crime” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkɾimen/
Example
La policía investiga el crimen.
The police are investigating the crime.
How to say “crime” in Spanish
“Crime” in Spanish is crimen.
Serious illegal act that harms other people.
Example sentences with crimen
El juicio por el crimen se celebrará la próxima semana.
The trial for the crime will be held next week.
Tips for using crimen
- Usually reserved for serious offenses in speech and reporting; many lesser offenses use delito and very minor infractions use falta.
Other Spanish words for “crime”
Cometer un delito es grave.
To commit a crime is serious.
La delincuencia ha aumentado en nuestra ciudad.
Crime has increased in our city.