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How to Say "regression" in Spanish

The Spanish word forregressionis retrocesoB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishB1
nounB1
returning to a worse state
A small wooden boat being pushed backward by a strong wave away from a tropical shore.

Examples

La nueva ley es un gran retroceso para los derechos humanos.

The new law is a huge setback for human rights.

El paciente ha tenido un pequeño retroceso en su recuperación.

The patient has had a small setback in his recovery.

No podemos permitir un retroceso en la educación de nuestros hijos.

We cannot allow a step backward in our children's education.

Using 'en' with Retroceso

To specify what area is getting worse, use the word 'en' (in) immediately after: 'un retroceso en la economía'.

A Noun, Not an Adverb

Remember that 'retroceso' is a naming word (noun). If you want to say something is moving backward (action), use the verb 'retroceder'.

Retroceso vs. Atrás

Mistake:La economía fue retroceso.

Correction: La economía sufrió un retroceso.

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