How to Say "asylum" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “asylum” is “asilo” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2formal
political protection
Examples
El activista solicitó asilo político después de huir de su país.
The activist requested political asylum after fleeing his country.
La iglesia ofreció asilo a las familias desplazadas.
The church offered refuge (or sanctuary) to the displaced families.
Using 'Asilo'
When talking about the legal process, 'asilo' often pairs with verbs like 'solicitar' (to request) or 'pedir' (to ask for).
Using the Wrong Preposition
Mistake: “Pedir asilo de un país.”
Correction: Pedir asilo *en* un país. (We ask for asylum *in* a country, not *of* a country.)
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