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

Part of Speech

The word "denegar" is a verb.

Phonetic Transcription

The phonetic transcription of "denegar" using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is /deneˈɣaɾ/.

Translation Options into English

"Denegar" can be translated into English as: - To deny - To refuse - To reject

Meaning and Usage

"Denegar" means to refuse to grant, accept, or allow something. In legal contexts, it often refers to the denial of requests, petitions, or claims. It is commonly used in both oral and written forms of Spanish, especially in legal documentation and formal communications.

The frequency of usage is relatively high in contexts related to law, administration, and formal discussions. It is more frequently found in written text, such as legal briefs, official letters, and documentation.

Example Sentences

1. El juez decidió denegar la solicitud de asilo.

2. The judge decided to deny the asylum request.

3. La empresa ha decidido denegar la compensación a los empleados.

4. The company has decided to refuse compensation to the employees.

5. El recurso fue denegado por falta de pruebas.

6. The appeal was denied due to lack of evidence.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "denegar" itself is less commonly found in idiomatic expressions, it is still significant in legal terminology and can form part of phrases pertaining to denial and rejection. Here are a few related examples:

1. Denegar un derecho.
2. To deny a right.
3. En algunos casos, el estado puede denegar un derecho fundamental sin justificación.

4. In some cases, the state may deny a fundamental right without justification.

5. Denegar un recurso.

6. To deny an appeal.
7. El tribunal decidió denegar el recurso presentado por la defensa.

8. The court decided to deny the appeal presented by the defense.

9. Denegar la entrada.

10. To deny entry.
11. La seguridad tuvo que denegar la entrada a varias personas debido a la falta de identificación.
12. Security had to deny entry to several individuals due to lack of identification.

Etymology

"Denegar" comes from the Latin word "denegare," which means "to refuse" or "to deny." The prefix "de-" implies negation, while "negare" comes from the verb meaning "to refuse" or "to say no."

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms

• Rechazar (to reject)
• Negar (to deny)
• Desestimar (to dismiss)

Antonyms

• Aceptar (to accept)
• Permitir (to allow)
• Conceder (to grant)