English–Spanish
“prevent” in Spanish
How to say “prevent” in Spanish
“Prevent” in Spanish is impedir.
A lowered gate across a road stopping all traffic.
Example sentences with impedir
La niebla impide el acceso al puerto.
The fog prevents access to the port.
Tips for using impedir
- Impedir implies actively blocking or making something impossible, prohibir denotes an official ban, and evitar means to avoid something voluntarily.
Other Spanish words for “prevent”
Para prevenir enfermedades, lávate las manos con frecuencia.
To prevent illness, wash your hands often.