What is the Spanish word for "defendant"?

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

English

defendant

Spanish

acusado

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download

Alternative translations of "defendant"

acusado
demandado

Examples of how to use "defendant" in Spanish

English
The defendant was found not guilty.
Spanish
El acusado fue declarado no culpable.
English
The defendant stood quietly before the judge.
Spanish
El acusado se quedó quieto frente al juez.
English
Jurors listened as the defendant testified calmly.
Spanish
Los jurados escucharon mientras el acusado testificaba con calma.
English
The defendant denies the charges against him.
Spanish
El acusado niega los cargos en su contra.
English
Police escorted the defendant into the courtroom.
Spanish
La policía escoltó al acusado hasta la sala de audiencias.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "defendant" 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
The defendant was found not guilty.

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 "defendant"? | Habladoo