dimisión
“dimisión” means “resignation” in Spanish (stepping down from a job or office).
resignation
Also: quitting
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El director presentó su dimisión esta mañana.
B1The director handed in his resignation this morning.
La dimisión del ministro sorprendió a todo el país.
B2The minister's resignation surprised the whole country.
No aceptaremos su dimisión hasta que termine el proyecto.
C1We will not accept your resignation until you finish the project.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: dimisión
Question 1 of 3
Which verb is most commonly paired with 'dimisión' when someone quits?
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From the Latin 'dimissio', which means 'a sending away' or 'letting go.' It comes from the idea of releasing oneself from a duty.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'dimisión' and 'renuncia'?
They both mean resignation, but 'dimisión' is more formal and often used for high-level political or business positions. 'Renuncia' is used for any kind of quitting.
Can I use 'resignación' to mean quitting a job?
No! This is a common mistake. 'Resignación' means having the patience to accept something you don't like (like a 'resigned' attitude).
Is the plural 'dimisiónes' or 'dimisiones'?
The plural is 'dimisiones'. Note that when you make it plural, the accent mark on the 'o' disappears.