What is the Spanish word for "abuse"?

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

English

abuse

Spanish

abuso

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Alternative translations of "abuse"

maltrato
insulto
exceso
abusar

Examples of how to use "abuse" in Spanish

English
We must report any sign of animal abuse.
Spanish
Debemos reportar cualquier signo de maltrato animal.
English
He reported the abuse to the police.
Spanish
Él reportó el abuso a la policía.
English
Children need protection from any abuse.
Spanish
Los niños necesitan protección contra cualquier abuso.
English
She spoke about the abuse openly.
Spanish
Ella habló abiertamente sobre el abuso.
English
The program helps survivors of abuse.
Spanish
El programa ayuda a los sobrevivientes de abuso.

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We must report any sign of animal abuse.

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