How to Say "obedience" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “obedience” is “obediencia” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
El perro fue a una escuela de obediencia.
The dog went to an obedience school.
Debemos actuar en obediencia a las leyes vigentes.
We must act in obedience to the current laws.
La obediencia ciega puede ser peligrosa en algunas situaciones.
Blind obedience can be dangerous in some situations.
A Feminine Noun
Obediencia is a 'female' word. Always use 'la' or 'una' with it, like 'la obediencia' or 'mucha obediencia'.
The 'To' Connection
When you want to say obedience 'to' something, use the word 'a'. For example: 'obediencia a las reglas'.
Using 'de' instead of 'a'
Mistake: “La obediencia de las leyes.”
Correction: La obediencia a las leyes. In Spanish, we show the target of obedience using 'a' rather than 'of'.
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