Spanish Word · Intermediate
detención
detention
Pronunciation: /detenˈθjon/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "detention".
Example
guardarle bajo detención
to put under arrest
Practice tips
- Practice detención out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.