dictadura
“dictadura” means “dictatorship” in Spanish (political system with absolute authority).
dictatorship
Also: tyranny
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El país vivió bajo una dictadura durante muchos años.
B1The country lived under a dictatorship for many years.
Mucha gente luchó para terminar con la dictadura.
B1Many people fought to end the dictatorship.
En una dictadura, no existe la libertad de prensa.
B2In a dictatorship, there is no freedom of the press.
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Which word is the opposite (antonym) of 'dictadura'?
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From the Latin word 'dictatura', which referred to the office of a 'dictator' in Ancient Rome (originally a legal position during emergencies).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'dictadura' only refer to military governments?
No, while it is often used for military regimes, it can refer to any government where one person or group holds absolute power without democratic elections.
Is 'dictadura' used in everyday conversation?
Yes, especially in Latin America and Spain when discussing history or current political events.
What is the person who leads a 'dictadura' called?
The leader is called a 'dictador' (if male) or 'dictadora' (if female).