Translation of Spanish word "obligación" to English
obligación
/o.βli.ɣa.ˈθjon/
Meaning
NounA duty or responsibility that one is required to fulfill.
How to use
Obligación ('obligation / duty / bond') is feminine (plural: obligaciones). Bajo obligación — Under obligation.
🇬🇧 English
obligation
Example
Ella asumió la obligación de pagar la deuda.
She took on the obligation to pay the debt.
La empresa tiene la obligación de respetar los derechos de los trabajadores.
The company has the obligation to respect the rights of workers.
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Common phrases
- obligación moral— moral obligation / duty
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The Spanish word "obligación" means "obligation" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ella asumió la obligación de pagar la deuda." (which translates as "She took on the obligation to pay the debt.").
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