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How to Say "confidentiality" in Spanish

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privacidad

pree-vah-see-DAHD/pɾi.βa.θiˈðað/

nounB2general
Use 'privacidad' when referring to the protection of personal data, information, or the state of being private, especially in digital contexts.
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Examples

La protección de datos personales es crucial para mantener la privacidad.

The protection of personal data is crucial for maintaining privacy.

Tenemos que proteger nuestra privacidad en línea.

We have to protect our privacy online.

La ley garantiza el derecho a la privacidad de los ciudadanos.

The law guarantees the citizens' right to privacy.

Busco un lugar con más privacidad para hablar tranquilamente.

I am looking for a place with more privacy to talk quietly.

Always Feminine

Like most Spanish words that end in '-dad' (such as 'ciudad' or 'libertad'), 'privacidad' is always a feminine noun. You must use 'la' or 'una' with it.

Gender Confusion

Mistake: “El privacidad”

Correction: La privacidad. Remember the '-dad' ending is a strong clue that the word is feminine.

oídos

nounB1idiomatic
Use 'oídos' in idiomatic expressions like 'llegar a oídos de alguien' (to reach someone's ears) to mean that information has become known to a person, often implying a lack of discretion.

Examples

Mis comentarios llegaron a oídos del jefe y ahora está enfadado.

My comments reached the boss's ears, and now he is angry.

Confusing Privacy with Information Reaching Someone

Learners often confuse 'privacidad' (privacy) with 'oídos' (ears) when discussing confidentiality. Remember, 'privacidad' is about keeping information secret or protected, while 'oídos' is about information becoming known to someone, often in a less formal or controlled way.

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