How to Say "cessation" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “cessation” is “cese” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2formal
the act of stopping something
Examples
Las Naciones Unidas pidieron un cese del fuego inmediato.
The United Nations called for an immediate ceasefire.
El cese del director sorprendió a toda la oficina.
The director's dismissal surprised the whole office.
Tras el cese de las lluvias, pudimos salir a caminar.
After the rain stopped, we were able to go for a walk.
Using 'el' with cese
Even though it ends in 'e', 'cese' is masculine. Always use 'el' or 'un' with it.
Confusing 'cese' with 'parada'
Mistake: “Hicimos un cese en el camino.”
Correction: Hicimos una parada en el camino. Use 'cese' for a final stop or formal end, but 'parada' for a quick pause or break.
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