What is the Spanish word for "affair"?

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

English

affair

Spanish

asunto

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Examples of how to use "affair" in Spanish

English
This is a very serious and important affair.
Spanish
Este es un asunto muy serio e importante.
English
The dinner was a quiet family affair.
Spanish
La cena fue un asunto familiar tranquilo.
English
Their business is a complicated public affair.
Spanish
Su negocio es un asunto público complicado.
English
She called the party a casual affair.
Spanish
Ella calificó la fiesta como un asunto informal.
English
The politician handled the affair with care.
Spanish
El político manejó el asunto con cuidado.

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This is a very serious and important affair.

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