What is the Spanish word for "absence"?

Learn how to say "absence" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

absence

Spanish

ausencia

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Examples of how to use "absence" in Spanish

English
His absence was noted by everyone.
Spanish
Su ausencia fue notada por todos.
English
Her absence from class worried the teacher.
Spanish
La ausencia de ella en clase preocupó al profesor.
English
They noticed the absence of any clear instructions.
Spanish
Notaron la ausencia de instrucciones claras.
English
He explained his absence with a short note.
Spanish
Él explicó su ausencia con una nota breve.
English
The party felt quiet because of her absence.
Spanish
La fiesta se sintió tranquila por su ausencia.

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