censor - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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censor (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Noun (in Spanish: censor) and Verb (in Spanish: censurar)

Phonetic Transcription

/kɛnˈsɔr/ for noun (censor)
/sen̪suˈɾaɾ/ for verb (censurar)

Translation Options into English

Meaning and Usage

In Spanish, "censor" refers to a person or authority that reviews content (such as literature, film, or news) and has the power to suppress, limit, or control the dissemination of information deemed inappropriate or harmful. The verb "censurar" refers to the action of censoring or prohibiting certain content.

Frequency of Use: The term "censor" is commonly used in both written and oral contexts, particularly in discussions surrounding media, politics, and the freedom of expression.

Example Sentences

  1. El censor revisó la película antes de su estreno.
  2. The censor reviewed the movie before its release.

  3. El periodista se preocupó por las posibles consecuencias de que un censor eliminara partes de su artículo.

  4. The journalist was concerned about the potential consequences of a censor removing parts of his article.

  5. La censura impuesta por el gobierno fue muy controvertida.

  6. The censorship imposed by the government was very controversial.

Idiomatic Expressions

The term "censura" (censorship) is frequently used in idiomatic expressions related to freedom of speech and information suppression.

  1. Pasar por el censor
  2. “El libro tuvo que pasar por el censor antes de publicarse.”
  3. The book had to pass through the censor before being published.

  4. Censura previa

  5. “La noticia fue retirada por censura previa del gobierno.”
  6. The news was taken down due to prior censorship by the government.

  7. Caer bajo la censura

  8. “Muchas películas caen bajo la censura de grupos extremistas.”
  9. Many movies fall under the censorship of extremist groups.

  10. Levantar la censura

  11. “Es fundamental levantar la censura para fomentar un diálogo abierto.”
  12. It is essential to lift censorship to foster open dialogue.

  13. Censura informativa

  14. “En tiempos de crisis, se suele imponer la censura informativa.”
  15. In times of crisis, informational censorship is often imposed.

Etymology

The word "censor" comes from the Latin "censor," meaning an official who assessed morals and conduct in society. The verb "censurar" is derived from the same Latin root, reflecting the historical context of moral and political oversight.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms:
- Verificador (verifier)
- Moderador (moderator)
- Controlador (controller)

Antonyms:
- Libertad de expresión (freedom of expression)
- Apertura (openness)
- Transparencia (transparency)



23-07-2024