How to Say "stoppage" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “stoppage” is “paro” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
El paro juvenil es un gran problema social en el país.
Youth unemployment is a major social problem in the country.
Después de tres meses en el paro, encontró un nuevo trabajo.
After three months of being unemployed (on the dole), he found a new job.
Los sindicatos han convocado un paro general.
The unions have called for a general strike.
Using 'Estar en el paro'
To say someone is unemployed, use the phrase 'estar en el paro' (literally: to be in the unemployment). This is extremely common in Spain.
Confusing 'Paro' and 'Huelga'
Mistake: “Using 'paro' only for a large, formal labor strike.”
Correction: 'Huelga' is the more specific term for a formal strike. 'Paro' can mean a general stoppage or simply unemployment.
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