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How to Say "reversal" in Spanish

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giro

HEE-rohˈxi.ɾo

nounB1general
Use 'giro' when referring to a significant change in direction, position, or course of action, especially in a dynamic situation.
A thick blue arrow pointing straight up, followed immediately by an identical thick red arrow pointing sharply to the left, illustrating a significant change in trajectory.

Examples

La política económica dio un giro inesperado tras las elecciones.

The economic policy took an unexpected turn after the elections.

La crisis provocó un giro radical en la política económica del gobierno.

The crisis caused a radical shift in the government's economic policy.

El libro tiene un giro argumental que nadie espera.

The book has a plot twist that no one expects.

inversión

nounB2general
Use 'inversión' when describing a reversal of roles, positions, or the inversion of an order, such as in a sequence or a hierarchy.

Examples

En la obra de teatro, hubo una completa inversión de los personajes principales.

In the play, there was a complete role reversal of the main characters.

Giro vs. Inversión

Learners often confuse 'giro' and 'inversión' by using 'giro' for any change. Remember that 'giro' implies a change in direction or a shift, while 'inversión' specifically refers to switching places, roles, or inverting an order.

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