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“violence” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/bjoˈlenθja/

Example

La violencia nunca es la solución.

Violence is never the solution.

Illustration for violencia (violence)

How to say “violence” in Spanish

“Violence” in Spanish is violencia.

Forceful acts or threats that injure, dominate, or intimidate another person.

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

Example sentences with violencia

La violencia verbal también puede causar daño psicológico.

Verbal abuse can also cause psychological harm.

Tips for using violencia

  • The noun is feminine (la violencia) and is commonly specified with modifiers such as violencia doméstica, violencia de género, or violencia policial when referring to a particular type.

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