represión
“represión” means “repression” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
repression
Also: crackdown, suppression
📝 In Action
La represión policial detuvo la manifestación.
B2The police crackdown stopped the protest.
Muchas personas huyeron del país debido a la represión política.
B2Many people fled the country due to political repression.
El libro habla sobre la represión de la libertad de expresión.
C1The book talks about the suppression of freedom of speech.
suppression
Also: repression
📝 In Action
La represión de las emociones no es saludable.
B2The suppression of emotions is not healthy.
El psicólogo explicó el proceso de represión de traumas.
C1The psychologist explained the process of repressing traumas.
Siento una gran represión de mis verdaderos deseos.
C1I feel a great suppression of my true desires.
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Words that translate to "represión" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: represión
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the correct way to say 'The political repression'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'repressio,' which combines 're-' (back) and 'premere' (to press). It literally means 'pressing back.'
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'represión' always a negative word?
Generally, yes. It implies a forced stopping of something, whether it's people's rights or someone's natural emotions.
What is the difference between 'represión' and 'opresión'?
'Represión' is usually an action to stop a specific event or feeling, while 'opresión' is a long-term state of being treated unfairly.
Can I use 'represión' to talk about a 'discount'?
No. You might be thinking of 'rebaja' or 'reducción.' 'Represión' is only for stopping or pressing back actions or feelings.