How to Say "strictness" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “strictness” is “exigencia” — use 'exigencia' when referring to the strictness associated with having high standards or demands, often in academic or performance contexts..
exigencia
/ek-see-HEN-syah//eɡsiˈxensja/
Examples
La exigencia de este curso es muy alta.
The strictness of this course is very high.
Debemos cumplir con todas las exigencias del contrato.
We must comply with all the requirements of the contract.
Su nivel de exigencia personal a veces es agotador.
Their level of personal strictness is sometimes exhausting.
Always Feminine
This word is always feminine. You should always use 'la' or 'una' with it, regardless of what the requirement is about.
Plural Usage
Use the plural 'exigencias' when you are talking about a list of rules or multiple conditions that need to be met.
Exigencia vs. Pedido
Mistake: “Using 'exigencia' for a polite request.”
Correction: Use 'petición' or 'pedido' for requests. 'Exigencia' implies that the thing is mandatory or forced.
rigor
/ree-GOHR//riˈɡoɾ/
Examples
Los exploradores no estaban preparados para el rigor del invierno polar.
The explorers were not prepared for the strictness of the polar winter.
La ley debe aplicarse con todo su rigor.
The law must be applied with its full severity.
El rigor de la disciplina militar es muy conocido.
The strictness of military discipline is well known.
Abstract Noun Usage
This word is an abstract noun, meaning it describes an idea or quality rather than a physical object. Like most abstract nouns in Spanish ending in -or, it is masculine.
Confusing Noun and Adjective
Mistake: “Él es muy rigor.”
Correction: Él es muy riguroso.
Exigencia vs. Rigor
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