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A2 verb #6,000 가장 일반적인 11분 분량

denunciar

상위 6,000

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설명 denunciar in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know that 'denunciar' is a verb used when something bad happens and you need to tell the police. Think of it as 'to report.' You might use it in very simple sentences like 'Yo denuncio el robo' (I report the theft). It is a regular verb ending in -ar, so it follows the same patterns as 'hablar' or 'caminar.' At this stage, don't worry about complex legal meanings. Just remember: Problem + Police = Denunciar. You might see it on signs in public places like airports or train stations. It is a vital 'survival' word if you lose your belongings. Focus on the present tense: 'Yo denuncio,' 'Tú denuncias,' 'Él denuncia.' It is pronounced 'de-nun-SYAR.'

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At the A2 level, you should be able to use 'denunciar' to describe past events using the preterite tense, as reporting usually happens after a crime. You should also understand the difference between 'denunciar un robo' (reporting a theft) and 'denunciar a una persona' (reporting a person), remembering to use the 'personal a' for people. You will encounter this word in units about 'La Ciudad' (The City) or 'Servicios Públicos' (Public Services). You should also know the noun 'la denuncia' (the report). A common phrase to learn is 'poner una denuncia,' which means 'to file a report.' You can use it to talk about social issues in a simple way, like 'Los vecinos denuncian el ruido.'

At the B1 level, you start to use 'denunciar' in more abstract and social contexts. You can use it to express opinions about justice and society. For example, 'Es importante denunciar la injusticia.' You should be comfortable using it in the subjunctive mood to express desires or suggestions: 'Espero que ellos denuncien el fraude.' You will also see it used in news articles to describe political situations. You should distinguish it from synonyms like 'quejarse' (to complain) and 'acusar' (to accuse). At this level, you might use it to talk about workplace issues or environmental concerns. You should also understand its use in media headlines where the subject is often omitted: 'Denuncian maltrato animal en el circo.'

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At the B2 level, you should be familiar with the formal and legal nuances of 'denunciar.' This includes its use in contractual language, such as 'denunciar un tratado' or 'denunciar un convenio,' which means to formally give notice of termination. You will use it in debates to argue against social ills: 'Debemos denunciar sistemáticamente la corrupción.' You should be able to use complex sentence structures, such as 'El hecho de denunciar no siempre garantiza una solución inmediata.' You will also encounter it in literary texts and formal essays where it carries a strong moral weight. You should understand the passive 'se' construction: 'Se denunció que los fondos fueron malversados.'

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At the C1 level, you have a deep understanding of the rhetorical power of 'denunciar.' You can use it to analyze societal structures and historical events. You understand its role in investigative journalism and how it differs from 'revelar' or 'destapar.' You are aware of the legal implications of 'falsa denuncia' (false reporting) and can discuss the complexities of whistleblower protections. Your vocabulary includes related terms like 'denunciante' (whistleblower/informant) and 'denunciado' (the accused). You can use the verb in sophisticated idiomatic contexts and recognize its weight in political manifestos or legal challenges. You understand the subtle difference between 'denunciar ante la opinión pública' and 'denunciar ante los tribunales.'

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At the C2 level, you master 'denunciar' in all its legal, technical, and literary dimensions. You can interpret its use in archaic legal texts or high-level philosophical discourse about ethics and law. You understand the precision it requires in international law (e.g., denunciar a convention). You can use the word with perfect tone and register, whether writing a formal legal complaint, a scathing editorial, or a nuanced academic paper on social justice. You are familiar with the history of the word and its evolution in the Spanish legal system. You can navigate the most complex grammatical structures involving the verb without hesitation, including its interaction with other legal terminology and Latinisms common in Spanish law.

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Denunciar is the standard Spanish verb for reporting a crime to the police or authorities.
It also means to publicly condemn or speak out against social injustices and corruption.
In formal legal contexts, it refers to giving notice to terminate a contract or agreement.
It is a regular -ar verb, essential for daily safety and expressing civic opinions.

The Spanish verb denunciar is a multifaceted term that bridges the gap between civic duty, legal processes, and moral activism. At its core, it refers to the act of making a formal or public statement against something considered illegal, unfair, or unethical. While English speakers might immediately think of the word 'denounce,' the Spanish denunciar carries a much heavier legal weight in everyday conversation. It is the standard word used when one goes to the police station to report a crime, such as a theft or an assault. However, its usage extends far beyond the police precinct; it is a powerful tool in the hands of journalists, activists, and ordinary citizens who wish to shine a light on corruption, human rights abuses, or social injustices.

Legal Reporting: This is the most common use in Spain and Latin America. If someone steals your wallet, you do not just 'report' it in the abstract; you pones una denuncia or denuncias el robo. It implies the initiation of a formal legal process.
Social Condemnation: In a more abstract sense, it means to publicly criticize a situation or a person's behavior. For example, an NGO might denunciar the poor conditions in a refugee camp to the international press.
Contractual Termination: In specialized legal Spanish, denunciar un contrato means to formally give notice that one intends to terminate an agreement or treaty. This is a highly formal usage often found in business or international law.

“La víctima decidió denunciar el acoso ante las autoridades competentes para que se hiciera justicia.”

Translation: The victim decided to report the harassment to the competent authorities so that justice would be served.

Understanding the nuance of denunciar requires recognizing that it is not merely 'complaining' (which would be quejarse). To denunciar is to take an active, often formal step toward rectification. When a whistleblower reveals corporate fraud, they are denunciando the practice. When a neighbor calls the police because of a loud party, they are denunciando the noise violation. It is a word that carries authority and the expectation of a consequence.

“Es nuestro deber ciudadano denunciar cualquier acto de corrupción que presenciemos.”

In the context of the CEFR A2 level, you will mostly encounter this word in lessons about 'the city,' 'safety,' or 'problems.' You might be asked to roleplay a situation where you lost your passport and need to denunciar la pérdida (report the loss) to obtain a new one. At this level, focus on the 'report a crime' meaning, as it is the most functionally useful for travelers and residents alike.

“El sindicato va a denunciar las malas condiciones laborales en la próxima manifestación.”

Usage in Media: You will see headlines like 'Denuncian irregularidades en las elecciones,' meaning they are reporting/exposing irregularities.
Everyday Conflict: 'Te voy a denunciar' (I am going to report you/sue you) is a common threat used in heated disputes involving legal rights.

“Si ves un robo, debes denunciar el hecho de inmediato.”

“Los vecinos denunciaron el ruido excesivo de la discoteca local.”

Using denunciar correctly involves understanding its transitive nature—it usually requires a direct object (the thing or person being reported). Depending on the context, the structure of the sentence might change slightly, especially when moving from legal reporting to moral denouncement.

Structure 1: Denunciar + [Noun]: This is the simplest way to use the verb. You report a specific event or object.
Example: 'Denuncié el robo de mi coche' (I reported the theft of my car).
Structure 2: Denunciar + [Person]: When reporting a specific person, you must use the 'personal a.'
Example: 'Ella denunció a su agresor' (She reported her attacker).
Structure 3: Denunciar + que + [Clause]: Used when you are describing a situation or a fact.
Example: 'Los científicos denuncian que el clima está cambiando rápidamente' (Scientists denounce/warn that the climate is changing rapidly).

“El periodista denunció los hechos en un artículo de opinión muy valiente.”

In everyday speech, you will often find denunciar paired with prepositions like ante (before/to) to indicate the authority receiving the report. For example, 'Denunciar ante la policía' or 'Denunciar ante el juez.' This emphasizes the formal nature of the action. If you are reporting something via a specific platform, you might use por or a través de, such as 'Denunciar un perfil por acoso' (Report a profile for harassment) on social media.

“Muchos ciudadanos no denuncian por miedo a las represalias de las bandas locales.”

The verb also works well in the passive voice or with 'se' for impersonal statements, which is common in news reporting: 'Se denunciaron varios casos de fraude' (Several cases of fraud were reported). This shifts the focus from who did the reporting to the fact that the reports exist. For A2 learners, mastering the 'Yo denuncié' and 'Él/Ella denunció' forms is the priority for practical communication.

“¿Has pensado en denunciar el mal estado de las carreteras al ayuntamiento?”

“El testigo se negó a denunciar lo que vio aquella noche de invierno.”

Negative Sentences: 'No denunciamos el robo porque no teníamos seguro.' (We didn't report the theft because we didn't have insurance.)
Questions: '¿Dónde puedo denunciar que han clonado mi tarjeta de crédito?' (Where can I report that they have cloned my credit card?)

If you live in a Spanish-speaking country or consume Spanish media, denunciar is a word that will appear daily. Its presence is strongest in the spheres of law, journalism, and social media. Let's break down where you are most likely to encounter it and what the context implies.

The News (El Noticiero): News anchors frequently use this verb to describe legal actions or public outcries. 'Los vecinos denuncian la falta de agua' (Residents are reporting/protesting the lack of water). Here, it serves as a bridge between a complaint and a formal demand for action.
Police Stations (Comisarías): This is the most 'physical' place you'll hear the word. Signs might say 'Zona para denunciar delitos' (Area for reporting crimes). Officers will ask, '¿Desea usted denunciar formalmente?' (Do you wish to report formally?).
Social Media: On platforms like Instagram or Twitter (X), the 'Report' button is translated as 'Denunciar.' Whether it's for spam, hate speech, or copyright, you are denunciando the content to the platform's moderators.

“En las redes sociales, es fácil denunciar el contenido inapropiado con solo un clic.”

In television dramas and movies, particularly 'telenovelas' or crime thrillers, denunciar is a high-stakes word. It often marks a turning point in the plot where a character decides to stop being a victim and take action. '¡Te voy a denunciar a la policía!' is a classic line of defiance. Similarly, in documentaries or investigative journalism, you'll hear it used to expose systemic issues, like environmental damage or political bribes.

“El activista fue arrestado por denunciar públicamente al gobierno.”

You might also hear it in a workplace setting. Human Resources departments deal with 'denuncias internas' (internal reports) regarding conduct or safety. In this context, it isn't always about the police, but about following an internal protocol to address a grievance. As you can see, the word is ubiquitous because it covers the entire spectrum of 'speaking up' against perceived wrongs.

“Si sufres acoso laboral, no dudes en denunciar la situación a Recursos Humanos.”

“La organización internacional denunció el uso de armas químicas en el conflicto.”

Legal Documents: Contracts often have a clause about 'denunciar el contrato,' meaning to terminate it with notice.
Public Protest: Protesters often carry signs that start with 'Denunciamos...', followed by their specific grievance.

For English speakers, the primary trap with denunciar is its relationship with the English word 'denounce.' While they share an etymological root, their 'center of gravity' in daily usage is quite different. Avoiding these common pitfalls will make your Spanish sound much more natural and precise.

The 'False Friend' Nuance: In English, 'denounce' is almost exclusively used for moral or political condemnation (e.g., 'The president denounced the violence'). In Spanish, denunciar is the word for 'report a crime.' If you tell a Spanish speaker 'I denounced the thief,' they will understand you went to the police. If you say 'I reported the thief' in English, you mean the same thing. Don't limit denunciar to just high-level political speech.
Confusing with 'Reportar': While 'reportar' exists in Spanish, it is often a 'Spanglish' influence or used in specific business contexts (like 'reporting' earnings). For police matters, 'reportar' is much less common than denunciar. Using 'reportar un robo' might be understood, but 'denunciar un robo' is the correct, standard way.
Forgetting the 'Personal A': If you are reporting a person, you MUST use 'a'. Incorrect: 'Denuncié el vecino.' Correct: 'Denuncié al vecino.' This is a classic A2 error.

“Mucha gente dice 'reportar' por influencia del inglés, pero lo correcto es denunciar el delito.”

Another mistake is using denunciar when you simply mean 'to complain.' If the soup is cold at a restaurant, you don't denunciar the soup (that sounds like you're calling the police on the gazpacho). You te quejas (complain) or reclamas (claim/demand a fix). Denunciar is for violations of rules, laws, or fundamental ethics. Keep it for the serious stuff!

“No puedes denunciar a alguien solo porque no te cae bien; debe haber un motivo legal.”

Lastly, be careful with the reflexive form. While 'denunciarse' (to turn oneself in) exists, it is much more common to say 'entregarse a la policía.' If you say 'Me denuncié,' it sounds like you filed a formal report against yourself, which is possible but sounds a bit strange in casual conversation.

“Es un error común denunciar un hecho sin tener pruebas claras del mismo.”

“Recuerda: se denuncia el acoso, pero se queja uno del mal servicio.”

Preposition Pitfall: Avoid saying 'denunciar sobre algo.' It is usually 'denunciar algo' (direct object) or 'denunciar que...'

To truly master denunciar, you should know the words that surround it. Spanish has several verbs for 'reporting' or 'accusing,' and choosing the right one depends on the level of formality and the specific context.

Acusar vs. Denunciar: Acusar is to point a finger at someone, often in a personal or direct way ('Él me acusó de mentir'). Denunciar is more formal and usually involves a third party like the police or the public.
Delatar vs. Denunciar: Delatar means 'to snitch' or 'to betray.' It implies revealing someone's secret or location to the authorities, often with a negative social connotation among peers. Denunciar is the civic/legal term for the same action.
Condenar vs. Denunciar: Condenar (to condemn) is the result of a judgment or a very strong moral stance. You denunciar a crime so that a judge can condenar the criminal.

“Mientras que acusar puede ser algo personal, denunciar siempre tiene un carácter más oficial.”

Other useful alternatives include notificar (to notify/inform formally), which is common in administrative contexts, and revelar (to reveal), used when a secret or hidden truth is brought to light. If you are talking about reporting news, informar is the neutral choice. However, if the news being reported is a scandal or a crime, denunciar is the more impactful verb to use.

“El testigo no quiso delatar a sus amigos, a pesar de la presión policial.”

Understanding these distinctions helps you navigate social situations. For instance, in a classroom, a student might chivarse (informal/slang for snitching) about a classmate, but a citizen denuncia a crime. Using the formal denunciar in a trivial context can sometimes sound overly dramatic or even sarcastic, while using acusar in a legal context might sound imprecise.

“La prensa internacional suele denunciar las violaciones de los derechos humanos.”

“Es importante notificar cualquier cambio en el contrato antes de denunciarlo.”

Summary of Shades: Denunciar = Formal/Legal. Acusar = Personal/Direct. Delatar = Betrayal/Snitching. Condenar = Moral/Judicial sentencing.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The root '-nuntiare' is also found in 'announcement' and 'pronunciation'. In ancient Rome, a 'nuntius' was a messenger.

발음 가이드

UK /de.nun.ˈθjar/

US /de.nun.ˈsjar/

Last syllable (oxytone/aguda), as it ends in 'r'.

라임이 맞는 단어

anunciar pronunciar renunciar enunciar sentenciar financiar presenciar evidenciar

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing 'de-' as 'di-'. It is a closed 'e' sound.
Putting the stress on the middle syllable 'nun'. It must be 'syar'.
Confusing the 'u' sound with the English 'u' in 'but'. It should be like 'oo' in 'boot'.
Skipping the 'n' sound in the middle.
Pronouncing the final 'r' too softly or like an English 'r'. It should be a light tap.

난이도

독해 2/5

Easy to recognize due to English cognate 'denounce'.

쓰기 3/5

Requires remembering the 'personal a' and regular -ar endings.

말하기 3/5

The 'ci' sound varies by region, but it's generally easy to pronounce.

듣기 2/5

Common in news and police contexts, usually clear.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

policía robo malo decir ayuda

다음에 배울 것

acusar juez comisaría delito testigo

고급

prevaricación querella malversación impugnar ratificar

알아야 할 문법

Personal 'a'

Denuncio **a** mi vecino.

Regular -ar conjugation

Nosotros denunci**amos**.

Preterite endings

Yo denunci**é**, ellos denunci**aron**.

Direct object pronouns

El robo es grave, **lo** denuncié.

Subjunctive with 'esperar'

Espero que tú lo **denuncies**.

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수준별 예문

Yo denuncio el robo de mi bolso.

I report the theft of my bag.

Present tense, first person singular.

Tú denuncias el problema a la policía.

You report the problem to the police.

Present tense, second person singular.

Él denuncia el ruido de los vecinos.

He reports the noise from the neighbors.

Subject-verb agreement.

Nosotros denunciamos la pérdida del pasaporte.

We report the loss of the passport.

First person plural.

Ellos denuncian un coche mal aparcado.

They report a badly parked car.

Third person plural.

¿Quieres denunciar el accidente?

Do you want to report the accident?

Infinitive after 'querer'.

Ella no denuncia el pequeño robo.

She does not report the small theft.

Negative sentence structure.

Es necesario denunciar aquí.

It is necessary to report here.

Impersonal expression with infinitive.

Ayer denuncié el robo de mi bicicleta.

Yesterday I reported the theft of my bicycle.

Preterite tense (past action).

Fuimos a la comisaría para denunciar al ladrón.

We went to the police station to report the thief.

Use of 'personal a' for a person.

Los vecinos denunciaron la fiesta ruidosa.

The neighbors reported the noisy party.

Preterite third person plural.

¿Has denunciado ya la pérdida de tu cartera?

Have you already reported the loss of your wallet?

Present perfect tense.

Ella denunció el acoso en su trabajo.

She reported the harassment at her work.

Specific direct object.

Mañana voy a denunciar el contrato de alquiler.

Tomorrow I am going to terminate the rental contract.

Future with 'ir a'.

El testigo denunció lo que vio en la calle.

The witness reported what he saw in the street.

Relative clause with 'lo que'.

Es importante denunciar si ves algo ilegal.

It is important to report if you see something illegal.

Conditional 'si' clause.

Espero que la gente denuncie la corrupción.

I hope people report the corruption.

Subjunctive mood after 'esperar'.

Si yo fuera tú, denunciaría ese comportamiento.

If I were you, I would report 그 behavior.

Conditional tense.

El periodista denunció que el agua estaba contaminada.

The journalist reported that the water was contaminated.

Reporting a fact with 'que'.

Muchos no denuncian por miedo a las consecuencias.

Many do not report for fear of the consequences.

Prepositional phrase 'por miedo a'.

Se denunció el uso de plásticos en la playa.

The use of plastics on the beach was reported/condemned.

Impersonal 'se' construction.

Dudo que el culpable se denuncie a sí mismo.

I doubt the culprit will turn himself in.

Subjunctive after 'dudar'.

La ONG denunció las condiciones de los refugiados.

The NGO denounced the conditions of the refugees.

Collective noun subject.

Ella siempre denuncia las injusticias sociales.

She always denounces social injustices.

Frequency adverb 'siempre'.

El gobierno ha decidido denunciar el tratado internacional.

The government has decided to terminate the international treaty.

Formal legal usage of 'denunciar'.

A pesar de las amenazas, el valiente testigo denunció al capo.

Despite the threats, the brave witness reported the boss.

Concessive clause with 'a pesar de'.

La película denuncia la violencia de género de forma cruda.

The movie denounces gender violence in a raw way.

Metaphorical use for art/media.

Cualquier irregularidad debe ser denunciada de inmediato.

Any irregularity must be reported immediately.

Passive voice with 'ser'.

No basta con quejarse; hay que denunciar formalmente.

It's not enough to complain; one must report formally.

Contrast between 'quejarse' and 'denunciar'.

El sindicato denunció el convenio colectivo ante el juez.

The union terminated the collective agreement before the judge.

Technical labor law context.

Los científicos llevan años denunciando el calentamiento global.

Scientists have been denouncing global warming for years.

Periphrasis 'llevar' + gerund.

Se ha interpuesto una demanda para denunciar el fraude fiscal.

A lawsuit has been filed to report tax fraud.

Complex legal phrasing.

La fiscalía procedió a denunciar los delitos de lesa humanidad.

The prosecutor's office proceeded to report crimes against humanity.

High-level legal terminology.

Resulta imperativo denunciar la pasividad de las instituciones.

It is imperative to denounce the passivity of the institutions.

Sophisticated vocabulary ('imperativo', 'pasividad').

El manifiesto denuncia la erosión de los valores democráticos.

The manifesto denounces the erosion of democratic values.

Abstract academic usage.

Tras denunciar el contrato, la empresa buscó nuevos socios.

After terminating the contract, the company looked for new partners.

Temporal clause with 'tras' + infinitive.

La obra literaria denuncia la hipocresía de la burguesía decimonónica.

The literary work denounces the hypocrisy of the 19th-century bourgeoisie.

Literary analysis context.

El denunciante solicitó protección por temor a represalias.

The whistleblower requested protection out of fear of retaliation.

Noun form 'denunciante'.

Es una falacia denunciar un hecho sin aportar pruebas fehacientes.

It is a fallacy to report a fact without providing reliable evidence.

Logic and argumentation vocabulary.

La prensa de investigación se encarga de denunciar las tramas de poder.

Investigative press is responsible for exposing power plots.

Complex noun phrases.

La denuncia del pacto de no agresión precipitó el conflicto bélico.

The termination of the non-aggression pact precipitated the war.

Historical/diplomatic usage of the noun.

Se cuestiona la legitimidad de denunciar convenios sin consenso previo.

The legitimacy of terminating agreements without prior consensus is questioned.

Complex passive and abstract nouns.

El autor utiliza la sátira para denunciar la vacuidad del arte contemporáneo.

The author uses satire to denounce the vacuity of contemporary art.

High-level aesthetic criticism.

Denunciar la injusticia es el primer paso hacia la subversión del orden establecido.

Denouncing injustice is the first step toward subverting the established order.

Philosophical/political theory context.

La jurisprudencia actual tiende a proteger a quienes denuncian de buena fe.

Current case law tends to protect those who report in good faith.

Legal jurisprudence terminology.

No se puede denunciar la falta de ética ajena ignorando la propia.

One cannot denounce the lack of ethics in others while ignoring one's own.

Ethical/moral paradox structure.

La elocuencia con la que denunció los atropellos conmovió al auditorio.

The eloquence with which he denounced the outrages moved the audience.

Nuanced descriptive language.

El artículo disecciona los mecanismos que impiden denunciar la prevaricación.

The article dissects the mechanisms that prevent reporting malfeasance.

Technical legal/political analysis.

자주 쓰는 조합

denunciar un robo

denunciar la corrupción

denunciar un contrato

denunciar ante la policía

denunciar irregularidades

denunciar públicamente

denunciar el acoso

denunciar un delito

denunciar la desaparición

denunciar un fraude

자주 쓰는 구문

Poner una denuncia

— To file a formal report with the police or authorities.

Fui a la comisaría a poner una denuncia por el robo de mi cartera.

Denuncia falsa

— A false report or accusation made to the authorities.

Hacer una denuncia falsa es un delito grave.

Retirar la denuncia

— To withdraw a previously filed report or complaint.

La víctima decidió retirar la denuncia después de hablar con su familia.

Denuncia ciudadana

— A report made by a citizen about a public issue or crime.

Gracias a una denuncia ciudadana, atraparon al sospechoso.

Denuncia anónima

— An anonymous report made without revealing the identity of the informant.

La policía recibió una denuncia anónima sobre el tráfico de drogas.

Denunciar los hechos

— To report the specific events or circumstances of a crime.

Es fundamental denunciar los hechos tal como ocurrieron.

Denunciar penalmente

— To file a criminal complaint/report.

Lo van a denunciar penalmente por estafa.

Derecho a denunciar

— The right of any person to report a crime or injustice.

Todos tenemos el derecho a denunciar lo que está mal.

Denunciar por acoso

— To report someone specifically for harassment.

Ella lo denunció por acoso a través de las redes sociales.

Denunciar el maltrato

— To report abuse (physical, emotional, or animal).

Hay que denunciar el maltrato animal siempre.

자주 혼동되는 단어

denunciar vs Anunciar

Anunciar means to advertise or announce news; denunciar is for reporting crimes/wrongs.

denunciar vs Pronunciar

Pronunciar is for speaking/pronouncing words; denunciar is for accusations.

denunciar vs Renunciar

Renunciar means to quit or give up; denunciar means to report.

관용어 및 표현

"Denunciar a bombo y platillo"

— To denounce something very loudly and publicly, making a big scene.

Denunció la subida de precios a bombo y platillo en la televisión.

Informal

"No denunciar ni al apuntador"

— To not report anyone, even those clearly guilty (implies total silence/omerta).

En ese barrio nadie denuncia ni al apuntador por miedo.

Colloquial

"Denunciar por sistema"

— To report or complain about everything as a habit.

Ese vecino denuncia por sistema cualquier ruido que oye.

Neutral

"Denunciar con pelos y señales"

— To report something with every single detail and description.

Denunció el robo con pelos y señales ante el inspector.

Colloquial

"Denunciar a los cuatro vientos"

— To proclaim or denounce something to everyone, everywhere.

Denunció la injusticia a los cuatro vientos.

Literary

"Quedarse sin denunciar"

— To fail to report something, usually resulting in no action taken.

Muchos robos pequeños se quedan sin denunciar.

Neutral

"Denunciar de oficio"

— When authorities report/prosecute a crime automatically without a private complaint.

La fiscalía denunció el caso de oficio.

Legal

"Denunciar en balde"

— To report something in vain, without getting any result.

Siente que denunció en balde porque no recuperó nada.

Neutral

"Denunciar a traición"

— To report someone in a sneaky or treacherous way.

Lo denunció a traición después de haber sido amigos.

Informal

"Vivir de denunciar"

— To make a living or spend all one's time reporting others.

Parece que vive de denunciar a sus compañeros de trabajo.

Pejorative

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denunciar vs Reportar

Sounds like 'report'.

Reportar is often used for business reports; denunciar is for police/legal reports.

Reporté las ventas (Business) vs Denuncié el robo (Police).

denunciar vs Acusar

Both involve pointing out a wrong.

Acusar is more personal; denunciar is more formal/institutional.

Me acusó de mentir vs Denuncié el fraude al estado.

denunciar vs Delatar

Both involve telling authorities.

Delatar implies betrayal or snitching; denunciar is a neutral legal action.

Delató a su banda vs Denunció el crimen que presenció.

denunciar vs Quejarse

Both express dissatisfaction.

Quejarse is an informal complaint; denunciar is a formal report.

Me quejo del frío vs Denuncio el maltrato.

denunciar vs Demandar

Both are legal actions.

Demandar is to sue (civil); denunciar is usually to report a crime (criminal/police).

Lo demandó por dinero vs Lo denunció por robo.

문장 패턴

Yo denuncio [noun].

Yo denuncio el robo.

Él denunció [noun] ayer.

Él denunció el ruido ayer.

Tengo que denunciar [noun].

Tengo que denunciar la pérdida.

Denunciaron que [clause].

Denunciaron que el jefe era malo.

Es bueno denunciar [noun].

Es bueno denunciar la injusticia.

Se denunció a [person] por [reason].

Se denunció al político por fraude.

Denunciar ante la opinión pública [noun].

Denunciar ante la opinión pública el maltrato.

La denuncia de [noun] supuso [result].

La denuncia del pacto supuso la guerra.

어휘 가족

명사

la denuncia (the report)

el denunciante (the reporter/whistleblower)

el denunciado (the accused)

la denunciación (the act of denouncing - rare)

동사

denunciar (to report/denounce)

형용사

denunciado (reported)

denunciable (reportable)

denunciante (reporting)

사용법

frequency

Very common in news and legal contexts.

자주 하는 실수

Yo denunciar el robo. → Yo denuncio el robo.
Forgetting to conjugate the verb in the present tense.
Denuncié el ladrón. → Denuncié al ladrón.
Missing the 'personal a' for a human object.
Quiero reportar un robo. → Quiero denunciar un robo.
Using 'reportar' (English influence) instead of the standard 'denunciar'.
Denuncio sobre la injusticia. → Denuncio la injusticia.
Using 'sobre' when 'denunciar' takes a direct object.
Me denuncié del ruido. → Me quejé del ruido.
Using 'denunciar' (formal report) instead of 'quejarse' (casual complaint).

팁

Personal A

Remember to use 'a' when reporting a person: 'Denuncié a Pedro'.

Poner una denuncia

Use this phrase instead of just the verb to sound more native in a police station.

Social Media

Look for the 'Denunciar' button on your favorite apps to see it in action.

Contracts

In business, 'denunciar' means to give notice to end an agreement.

Stress

Always stress the final syllable: denun-ci-AR.

Courage

In many contexts, 'denunciar' implies bravery against power.

Not 'Complaining'

Don't use it for small gripes; use 'quejarse' for those.

Announce wrong

Think: Denunciar = De-Announce (Announcing something bad).

Formal tone

It is a powerful verb that sets a serious tone in your writing.

News

You will hear it almost every day on Spanish news channels.

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기억법

Think of a 'NUN' who 'DEcides' to 'CIAR' (share) a secret about a crime. De-nun-ciar. You are announcing a wrong.

시각적 연상

Imagine a person pointing a finger while holding a megaphone in front of a police station. The megaphone represents the 'announcement' part of the word.

Word Web

Police Crime Report Justice Truth Whistleblower Law Court

챌린지

Try to use 'denunciar' in a sentence about something you saw on the news today. For example: 'El telediario denunció la falta de lluvia'.

어원

From the Latin verb 'denuntiare', which is composed of the prefix 'de-' (completely/down) and 'nuntiare' (to announce or report).

원래 의미: In Latin, it meant to announce formally, to proclaim, or even to threaten or summon.

Romance (Latin origin).

문화적 맥락

Be careful when using 'denunciar' in sensitive political contexts, as it implies a formal accusation.

In the US/UK, we 'report' a crime. 'Denounce' sounds very formal or religious. In Spanish, 'denunciar' is the everyday word for 'report'.

The movie 'Relatos Salvajes' features characters who threaten to 'denunciar' each other. Many songs by Calle 13 'denuncian' social problems in Puerto Rico. Guernica by Picasso is often described as a work that 'denuncia' the horrors of war.

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실제 사용 상황

At the Police Station

Quiero denunciar un robo.
Vengo a poner una denuncia.
¿Dónde se denuncia?
Necesito el papel de la denuncia.

Social Justice

Denunciamos la pobreza.
Hay que denunciar el racismo.
Denunciar públicamente.
Voces que denuncian.

Workplace

Denunciar el acoso laboral.
Denunciar a la empresa.
Inspección de trabajo.
Denuncia interna.

Legal/Contracts

Denunciar el tratado.
Plazo para denunciar.
Notificación de denuncia.
Denunciar el convenio.

Internet

Denunciar perfil.
Denunciar comentario.
Contenido denunciado.
Botón de denunciar.

대화 시작하기

"¿Alguna vez has tenido que denunciar algo a la policía?"

"¿Crees que es importante denunciar las pequeñas injusticias del día a día?"

"¿Qué harías si ves a alguien robando? ¿Lo denunciarías?"

"¿Es fácil denunciar un delito en tu país?"

"¿Has denunciado alguna vez una cuenta de redes sociales por spam?"

일기 주제

Escribe sobre una vez que viste algo injusto y sentiste la necesidad de denunciarlo.

¿Cuáles son las razones por las que la gente a veces tiene miedo de denunciar un crimen?

Describe el proceso de denunciar un objeto perdido en una ciudad extranjera.

¿Qué papel juegan las redes sociales a la hora de denunciar la corrupción política?

Imagina que eres un periodista. ¿Qué gran problema social te gustaría denunciar hoy?

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Sí, es común decir 'denunciar la pérdida' de un pasaporte o DNI para obtener un duplicado legal.

Una 'denuncia' es informar a la policía; una 'querella' es una acción legal más compleja que requiere abogado y procurador.

No, también puede ser una denuncia pública en los medios de comunicación o una denuncia interna en una empresa.

Se suele usar 'denunciante' o 'alertador', aunque 'denunciante' es el término legal estándar.

No normalmente, pero 'denunciarse' puede significar entregarse a las autoridades por un crimen propio.

Sí, si el restaurante incumple normas de salud o seguridad. Si solo la comida es mala, es mejor 'poner una reclamación'.

Es entendible, pero en España se prefiere 'denunciar un crimen'. 'Reportar' es más común en América Latina.

Significa comunicar oficialmente que no se quiere renovar o que se quiere terminar el contrato.

Es regular: denuncié, denunciaste, denunció, denunciamos, denunciasteis, denunciaron.

Depende. Es positivo cuando se busca justicia, pero puede ser visto negativamente si se usa para 'chivarse' (snitching).

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