What is the Spanish word for "compassion"?

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

English

compassion

Spanish

compasión

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Examples of how to use "compassion" in Spanish

English
She showed great compassion for the poor.
Spanish
Ella mostró gran compasión por los pobres.
English
She showed compassion to the injured dog.
Spanish
Ella mostró compasión al perro herido.
English
His compassion surprised everyone at the meeting.
Spanish
Su compasión sorprendió a todos en la reunión.
English
They acted with compassion and offered help.
Spanish
Actuaron con compasión y ofrecieron ayuda.
English
Teachers often teach compassion to young children.
Spanish
Los maestros suelen enseñar compasión a los niños pequeños.

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