"Acuse" is a noun in Spanish, derived from the verb "acusar".
/akuse/
The word "acuse" refers to a formal declaration of wrongdoing or an accusation often associated with legal contexts. It can denote a claim made against someone, indicating that they are thought to have committed an offense. Its usage is prevalent in legal documents or contexts, indicating a formal acknowledgment of an assertion. The frequency of "acuse" tends to be higher in written contexts, particularly within legal, official, or formal communication.
El acuse de recibo fue enviado por correo.
The acknowledgment of receipt was sent by mail.
El acuse de la denuncia es necesario para continuar con el proceso.
The acknowledgment of the complaint is necessary to continue with the process.
El abogado presentó un acuse formal contra el demandado.
The lawyer submitted a formal accusation against the defendant.
While "acuse" may not have a wide range of idiomatic expressions specifically, it can appear in a few idiomatic contexts that convey certain meanings related to legal or formal communication. Here are a few related examples:
Por favor, envíame un acuse de recibo de este documento.
Please send me an acknowledgment of receipt of this document.
Sin acuse de recibo
This translates to "without acknowledgment of receipt," often used to describe situations where a confirmation has not been provided.
El paquete fue enviado sin acuse de recibo, por lo que no tenemos prueba de entrega.
The package was sent without acknowledgment of receipt, so we have no proof of delivery.
Acuse de la denuncia
Meaning "acknowledgment of the complaint," this phrase is frequently used in legal contexts.
"Acuse" comes from the verb "acusar," which originates from the Latin "accusare," meaning "to accuse." The prefix "ad-" (to, toward) and "causa" (cause) evolved into the term used today.
Synonyms: - Denuncia - Imputación - Cargo
Antonyms: - Defensa - Justificación