What is the Spanish word for "punishment"?

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

English

punishment

Spanish

castigo

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Alternative translations of "punishment"

pena
sanción
castigo corporal
retribución

Examples of how to use "punishment" in Spanish

English
What is a fitting punishment for his crime?
Spanish
¿Cuál es un castigo adecuado para su crimen?
English
He received punishment for breaking the rule.
Spanish
Recibió un castigo por romper la regla.
English
The teacher warned about harsh punishment tomorrow.
Spanish
El profesor advirtió sobre un castigo severo mañana.
English
Some argue that punishment should teach, not hurt.
Spanish
Algunos argumentan que el castigo debe enseñar, no herir.
English
She accepted the punishment calmly and silently.
Spanish
Ella aceptó el castigo con calma y en silencio.

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