Spanish Conversation · Level 158
29 words
Spanish word
denegar
Pronunciation
IPA/deneˈɣaɾ/
Meaning
- verbreject
Example
El banco denegó la solicitud.
The bank rejected the application.
More examples
La empresa me denegó el permiso para el curso.
The company denied me permission for the course.
Core concept
A stamped 'Denied' on a formal application.
Common phrases
denegar una solicitud
reject an application
denegar el permiso
deny permission
denegar el acceso
deny access
Similar words
rechazar: Refuse to accept an offer, proposal, or suggestion.
negar: Deny that a statement or alleged fact is true or that an event occurred.
rehusar: Decline a request or invitation to take part.
desestimar: Dismiss a claim, appeal, or legal action after review as without merit.
Definition in Spanish
Rehusar formalmente una solicitud, permiso o el acceso pedido.
Word origin
From Latin denegare (de- + negare), with negare meaning 'to deny', which gave Spanish the verb for formally refusing requests or permissions.
Usage tips
- Used mainly by institutions; banks and public offices use denegar for applications or permits, while everyday speakers often prefer se negó or no se aceptó.