How to Say "redemption" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “redemption” is “redención” — use 'redención' for the spiritual or moral act of being saved from sin or wrongdoing, or for the act of saving oneself.
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redención
nounB2general
Use 'redención' for the spiritual or moral act of being saved from sin or wrongdoing, or for the act of saving oneself.
Examples
La película trata sobre la redención de un hombre que cometió un gran error.
The movie is about the redemption of a man who made a big mistake.
salvación
nounC1religious
Use 'salvación' specifically for spiritual deliverance or being saved from eternal damnation, often in a religious context.
Examples
La iglesia enseña que la fe es el camino a la salvación.
The church teaches that faith is the path to salvation.
desempeño
nounC1general
Use 'desempeño' when referring to the act of reclaiming an item, such as from a pawn shop, or fulfilling a duty or role.
Examples
El desempeño de sus funciones es obligatorio por ley.
The fulfillment of their duties is required by law.
Spiritual vs. Recovering Items
Learners often confuse 'redención' and 'desempeño' when talking about getting something back. Remember, 'redención' implies a moral or spiritual saving, while 'desempeño' is for physically reclaiming an item or fulfilling a task.
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