How to Say "divorce" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “divorce” is “divorcio” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
El divorcio fue un proceso largo y difícil para ambos.
The divorce was a long and difficult process for both of them.
Después de veinte años de matrimonio, decidieron pedir el divorcio.
After twenty years of marriage, they decided to file for divorce.
El abogado se especializa en casos de divorcio sin culpa.
The lawyer specializes in no-fault divorce cases.
Gender and Articles
Since 'divorcio' ends in -o, it is a masculine noun. Always use the masculine article 'el' before it: 'el divorcio'.
Using the Verb Directly
Mistake: “Estamos divorcio.”
Correction: Estamos divorciados. (We are divorced.) The word 'divorcio' is the noun (the event), not the adjective (the state). Use the adjective 'divorciado' instead.
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