What is the Spanish word for "refusal"?

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

English

refusal

Spanish

rechazo

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Alternative translations of "refusal"

negativa
denegación
rechazo

Examples of how to use "refusal" in Spanish

English
His refusal to help was very disappointing.
Spanish
Su negativa a ayudar fue muy decepcionante.
English
Her calm refusal surprised everyone at dinner.
Spanish
Su tranquila negativa sorprendió a todos en la cena.
English
The child's refusal kept him from going.
Spanish
La negativa del niño le impidió ir.
English
They accepted his refusal without any argument.
Spanish
Aceptaron su negativa sin discutir.
English
A simple refusal ended the long discussion.
Spanish
Una simple negativa puso fin a la larga discusión.

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