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    Penalidades (en. Penalties)

    /penaliˈðaðes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Sanctions imposed on a person for committing an offense.
    The penalties for driving without a license are severe.
    Las penalidades por conducir sin licencia son severas.
    Punishments declared as a consequence of an illegal or inappropriate action.
    The player suffered penalties for his unsportsmanlike conduct.
    El jugador sufrió penalidades por su conducta antideportiva.
    Fines or fees charged for delays or non-compliance.
    The penalties for not paying on time can be significant.
    Las penalidades por no pagar a tiempo pueden ser significativas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'poenalis', meaning 'related to punishment'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    initiate proceedings for penalties
    Start a legal process to impose sanctions.
    iniciar procedimientos por penalidades
    avoid penalties
    Take measures to avoid receiving sanctions.
    evitar penalidades
    impose penalties
    Apply punishments or fines for an infraction.
    imponer penalidades

    Related Words

    pain
    Negative consequence imposed for non-compliance with rules.
    pena
    sanction
    Corrective measure applied for an offense.
    sanción
    fines
    Monetary charges imposed for violations of laws or regulations.
    multas

    Slang Meanings

    unexpected fines.
    That parking ticket was a penalty, but I didn't see it coming.
    Ese ticket de parking fue una penalidad, pero no me lo esperaba.
    severe consequences for mistakes.
    Every time I am late to work, I face penalties.
    Cada vez que me retraso al trabajo, me enfrento a penalidades.