What is the Spanish word for "deterrent"?

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

English

deterrent

Spanish

disuasorio

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Alternative translations of "deterrent"

elemento disuasorio
represivo
preventivo
impedimento

Examples of how to use "deterrent" in Spanish

English
A large fine is a good deterrent.
Spanish
Una multa grande es un buen elemento disuasorio.
English
Cameras are a deterrent.
Spanish
Las cámaras son un elemento disuasorio.
English
The guard dog is a strong deterrent.
Spanish
El perro guardián es un fuerte elemento disuasorio.
English
Bright lights act as an effective deterrent.
Spanish
Las luces brillantes actúan como un disuasorio efectivo.
English
A clear rule can be a deterrent.
Spanish
Una regla clara puede ser un disuasorio.

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