How to Say "subsistence allowance" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “subsistence allowance” is “alimento” — C1 level.
English → SpanishC1
nounC1formal
legal term
Examples
El juez dictaminó una cuota de alimento mensual para los hijos.
The judge ruled a monthly maintenance payment for the children.
La obligación de alimento cesa cuando el beneficiario encuentra empleo.
The obligation of alimony/maintenance ceases when the beneficiary finds employment.
Legal Term
This meaning is almost always used in a legal or bureaucratic setting, often appearing in the phrase 'pensión de alimentos' (maintenance payment).
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