What is the Spanish word for "compulsory"?

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

English

compulsory

Spanish

obligatorio

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Alternative translations of "compulsory"

forzoso
imperativo
obligante

Examples of how to use "compulsory" in Spanish

English
Is military service compulsory in your country?
Spanish
¿Es el servicio militar obligatorio en tu país?
English
Wearing a seatbelt is compulsory on buses.
Spanish
Usar cinturón de seguridad es obligatorio en los autobuses.
English
English lessons are compulsory for all students.
Spanish
Las clases de inglés son obligatorias para todos los estudiantes.
English
Attendance at the meeting is compulsory tomorrow.
Spanish
La asistencia a la reunión es obligatoria mañana.
English
In many countries, military service is compulsory.
Spanish
En muchos países, el servicio militar es obligatorio.

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