renuncia
“renuncia” means “resignation” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
resignation
Also: renunciation, waiver
📝 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.
he/she/it resigns, you resign
Also: resign!, he/she/it renounces
📝 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.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
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Which sentence uses 'renuncia' as a verb?
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The word comes directly from the Latin verb *renuntiāre*, which means 'to send back word' or 'to formally declare against' something. It evolved to mean formally giving up a claim or position.
First recorded: 13th century
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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.