terrorismo
“terrorismo” means “terrorism” in Spanish (political or ideological violence).
terrorism
Also: reign of terror
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El mundo se unió para luchar contra el terrorismo.
B1The world united to fight against terrorism.
Cualquier acto de terrorismo es inaceptable.
B2Any act of terrorism is unacceptable.
Debemos prevenir el terrorismo internacional.
C1We must prevent international terrorism.
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'Terrorism is a problem' in Spanish?
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Latin word 'terror' meaning great fear or dread, combined with the suffix '-ismo' which indicates a system or practice.
First recorded: Late 18th century (around the time of the French Revolution)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'terrorismo' always used for political contexts?
Almost always. While the root 'terror' refers to extreme fear, 'terrorismo' specifically refers to the organized use of that fear to achieve political, religious, or ideological goals.
Can 'terrorismo' be plural?
Yes, 'terrorismos' exists, but it is extremely rare. People usually use the singular form even when talking about multiple instances of it.