What is the Spanish word for "balk"?

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

English

balk

Spanish

vacilar

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download

Alternative translations of "balk"

rehusar
detenerse
obstáculo
impedimento

Examples of how to use "balk" in Spanish

English
My horse balked at the high fence.
Spanish
Mi caballo se detuvo ante la cerca alta.
English
I balk at eating spicy food.
Spanish
Me niego a comer comida picante.
English
She balked when asked to lie.
Spanish
Ella se negó cuando le pidieron que mintiera.
English
They are balking at the idea.
Spanish
Ellos están rechazando la idea.
English
We have balked at that offer.
Spanish
Nosotros hemos rechazado esa oferta.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "balk" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

Test Yourself with Flashcards

Card 1 of 5
Score: 0/0
Translate to Spanish
My horse balked at the high fence.

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download
What is the Spanish word for "balk"? | Habladoo