What is the Spanish word for "mercy"?

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

English

mercy

Spanish

misericordia

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Alternative translations of "mercy"

clemencia
piedad
indulto
compasión

Examples of how to use "mercy" in Spanish

English
Have mercy on my poor soul!
Spanish
¡Ten piedad de mi pobre alma!
English
Please show her some mercy today.
Spanish
Por favor, muéstrale algo de misericordia hoy.
English
The judge pleaded for mercy from everyone.
Spanish
El juez suplicó por misericordia a todos.
English
They begged the captain for mercy.
Spanish
Le suplicaron al capitán que tuviera misericordia.
English
He acted with mercy toward the injured.
Spanish
Actuó con misericordia hacia los heridos.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "mercy" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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