How to Say "to condemn" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “to condemn” is “condenar” — use 'condenar' when you want to express strong, official disapproval of actions or situations, especially in formal or public contexts.
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condenar
verbB2formal, general
Use 'condenar' when you want to express strong, official disapproval of actions or situations, especially in formal or public contexts.
Examples
La comunidad internacional condena estos actos de terror.
The international community condemns these acts of terror.
censurar
sen-soo-RARθen.suˈɾaɾ
verbC1formal, public
Use 'censurar' when specifically referring to public or formal disapproval of someone's behavior or expressed opinions.
Examples
La comunidad internacional censuró el comportamiento del embajador.
The international community condemned the ambassador's behavior.
Direct Object
When you condemn someone's behavior, that behavior is the thing you 'censurar' directly.
Choosing Between 'Condenar' and 'Censurar'
Learners often confuse 'condenar' and 'censurar' because both mean to disapprove. Remember that 'condenar' is broader and can apply to acts or situations, while 'censurar' is more specific to behavior or speech, often in a public forum.
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