How to Say "deprived of" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “deprived of” is “privadas” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
adjectiveB2formal
lacking something essential or basic
Examples
Muchas familias fueron privadas de sus hogares.
Many families were deprived of their homes.
Las personas privadas de libertad tienen derechos.
People deprived of liberty (prisoners) have rights.
Using the word 'de'
When 'privadas' means deprived, you must follow it with the word 'de' to say what exactly is missing.
Missing the 'de'
Mistake: “privadas sus derechos”
Correction: privadas de sus derechos
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