What is the Spanish word for "appropriation"?

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

English

appropriation

Spanish

apropiación

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Alternative translations of "appropriation"

asignación
apropiación indebida
apropiación cultural

Examples of how to use "appropriation" in Spanish

English
Cultural appropriation is a serious topic.
Spanish
La apropiación cultural es un tema serio.
English
The museum announced an appropriation for new exhibits.
Spanish
El museo anunció una partida para nuevas exhibiciones.
English
Local schools received an appropriation for books.
Spanish
Las escuelas locales recibieron una asignación para libros.
English
She criticized the appropriation of her cultural symbols.
Spanish
Ella criticó la apropiación de sus símbolos culturales.
English
City council approved the appropriation after long debate.
Spanish
El ayuntamiento aprobó la asignación después de un largo debate.

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