How to Say "self-destruction" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “self-destruction” is “suicidio” — B2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2
figurative or literal context
Examples
La prevención del suicidio es una prioridad de salud pública.
Suicide prevention is a public health priority.
Habló abiertamente sobre su intento de suicidio hace diez años.
He spoke openly about his suicide attempt ten years ago.
El informe detalló un aumento en la tasa de suicidio juvenil.
The report detailed an increase in the youth suicide rate.
Using the Article
Like many abstract nouns in Spanish, 'suicidio' often uses the article 'el' when referring to the concept generally: 'El suicidio es un problema global.' (Suicide is a global problem.)
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