What is the Spanish word for "defection"?

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

English

defection

Spanish

defección

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Alternative translations of "defection"

deserción
abandono
fuga

Examples of how to use "defection" in Spanish

English
The soldier's defection was a major blow.
Spanish
La deserción del soldado fue un golpe importante.
English
His sudden defection surprised the whole party
Spanish
Su repentina deserción sorprendió a todo el partido.
English
The coach warned about the player's defection
Spanish
El entrenador advirtió sobre la deserción del jugador.
English
A defection forced the manager to reorganize
Spanish
Una deserción obligó al gerente a reorganizarse.
English
She announced her defection to the rival
Spanish
Ella anunció su deserción al rival.

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