Spanish Conversation · Level 3
87 words
Spanish word
maltrato
Pronunciation
IPA/malˈtɾato/
Meaning
- masculine nounabuse
Example
Denunciaré cualquier maltrato que vea en la calle.
I will report any abuse I see on the street.
More examples
Los empleados denunciaron el maltrato laboral.
The employees reported the workplace abuse.
Core concept
Action or omission that produces harm or suffering to a person or an animal.
Common phrases
maltrato laboral
workplace abuse
maltrato doméstico
domestic abuse
maltrato verbal
verbal abuse
Similar words
abuso: Use of power or a relationship to harm, exploit, or unfairly take advantage of someone.
negligencia: Failure to provide needed care or attention, exposing someone to harm or danger.
violencia: Use of physical force that inflicts bodily harm or injury on a person.
trato: Way of treating or interacting with someone, describing manner or behavior toward others.
Definition in Spanish
Acción u omisión que provoca daño o sufrimiento, físico o psicológico, hacia una persona o un animal.
Word origin
Compound of mal 'bad' and trato 'handling, treatment', with trato from Latin tractare, so the word literally expresses 'bad handling'.
Usage tips
- The verb form is maltratar, and English speakers should note that maltrato covers both active abuse and neglect rather than only visible violence.