How to Say "cop" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “cop” is “poli” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
¡Cuidado! Hay un poli en la esquina vigilando la velocidad.
Careful! There's a cop on the corner watching the speed.
Llamamos al poli después del accidente, pero tardaron en llegar.
We called the police after the accident, but they were late arriving.
Mi primo quiere ser poli cuando termine sus estudios.
My cousin wants to be a police officer when he finishes his studies.
Shortened Noun
This word is a 'clipping' of policía. It functions just like the full word but is used only in casual settings.
Formality Mismatch
Mistake: “Usando 'poli' en un informe oficial.”
Correction: Use *policía* or *agente* in formal writing or professional contexts, as *poli* is too casual.
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