English–Spanish

“reform” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/reˈfoɾma/

Example

El país necesita una reforma educativa.

The country needs reform in education.

Illustration for reforma (reform)

How to say “reform” in Spanish

“Reform” in Spanish is reforma.

Reshaping rules, structures, or systems to improve their function.

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

Example sentences with reforma

La empresa anunció una reforma laboral para mejorar los horarios.

The company announced a labour reform to improve schedules.

Tips for using reforma

  • The same Spanish word names both policy or legal changes (la reforma) and home or building renovations (hacer una reforma), so context decides whether English will be reform or renovation.

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