renuncia
/reh-NUN-see-ah/
resignation
The noun renuncia refers to a formal resignation from a job or position.
renuncia(noun)
resignation
?giving up a job or position
renunciation
?giving up a right or belief
,waiver
?legal context, giving up a claim
📝 In Action
El presidente presentó su renuncia después del escándalo.
B1The president submitted his resignation after the scandal.
La renuncia al cargo fue inesperada.
B2The renunciation of the position was unexpected.
Firmamos la renuncia a cualquier reclamo legal.
C1We signed the waiver of any legal claim.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Check
Remember that 'renuncia' is a feminine noun, so use 'la renuncia' or 'una renuncia'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusion with the Verb
Mistake: "Using 'renuncia' (the noun) where the verb 'renunciar' is needed, or vice-versa. They look identical, so check if the sentence needs an action (verb) or a thing (noun)."
Correction: Use 'Su renuncia fue aceptada' (noun) vs. 'Él renuncia hoy' (verb).
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Context
This word is often used in formal or serious contexts like politics, employment, and legal matters.
When used as a verb in the third person singular, renuncia means "he/she/it resigns."
renuncia(verb)
he/she/it resigns
?Present tense, 3rd person singular
,you resign
?Present tense, formal 'usted'
resign!
?Informal imperative command ('tú')
,he/she/it renounces
?giving something up
📝 In Action
Ella renuncia a su puesto mañana.
A2She resigns from her position tomorrow.
¡Renuncia ahora mismo si no estás contento!
A2Resign right now if you are not happy!
El gobierno renuncia al uso de la fuerza.
B1The government renounces the use of force.
💡 Grammar Points
Mandatory Preposition 'a'
When you use 'renunciar' to talk about giving up a thing or a right, you must always follow it with the preposition 'a': 'Renuncia a sus vacaciones' (He gives up his vacation).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Missing the 'a'
Mistake: "Saying 'Renuncia el dinero' (missing 'a')"
Correction: Say 'Renuncia al dinero'. This verb always needs the 'a' before the thing being given up.
⭐ Usage Tips
Multiple Meanings
The word 'renuncia' means three things: 1. The Noun (resignation), 2. The Present Tense action (he/she/you resigns), and 3. The informal Command (Resign!). Context will tell you which one is correct.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: renuncia
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'renuncia' as a verb?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a difference between 'renuncia' and 'dimisión'?
Yes, but it's subtle. Both mean 'resignation.' 'Dimisión' is generally considered more formal and is often used specifically for high-level political or corporate resignations. 'Renuncia' is slightly broader and can also mean 'renunciation' of a right or belief.
How do I know if 'renuncia' is the noun or the verb?
Look at the words around it. If it follows an article like 'la' or 'una' ('la renuncia'), it's the noun. If it follows a subject pronoun like 'él' or 'ella' ('él renuncia'), it's the verb.