Derechos (en. Rights)

/deˈɾe.xos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A set of norms and principles that regulate the behavior of individuals in a society.

Human rights are fundamental for democratic coexistence.

Los derechos humanos son fundamentales para la convivencia democrática.

The power that a person has to act in a certain way or demand something.

All citizens have rights that the state must protect.

Todos los ciudadanos tienen derechos que el estado debe proteger.

From Latin 'directus', meaning 'straight' or 'just'.

human rights

Standards that recognize the inherent dignity of all individuals.

derechos humanos

civil rights

A set of rights that guarantee individual freedom and equality under the law.

derechos civiles

labor rights

Rights that protect workers in the labor sphere.

derechos laborales

freedom

State of being free.

libertad

justice

Moral principle that guides fair treatment among people.

justicia

equality

Principle that all individuals have the same value.

igualdad

Acquired rights

Acquired rights are difficult to revoke once obtained.

Los derechos adquiridos son difíciles de eliminar una vez que se obtienen.

You must respect copyright when using third-party material.

Debes respetar los derechos de autor cuando uses material ajeno.