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“disappearance” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/desapaɾiˈθjon/

Example

La policía investiga la desaparición del vecino.

The police are investigating the neighbor's disappearance.

Illustration for desaparición (disappearance)

How to say “disappearance” in Spanish

“Disappearance” in Spanish is desaparición.

An empty spot where a person or object was expected.

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

Example sentences with desaparición

La desaparición del testigo complicó el juicio.

The disappearance of the witness complicated the trial.

Tips for using desaparición

  • In news and official reports use desaparición, while in everyday speech speakers often say se ha ido or se perdió.

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