Spanish Word · Advanced
sanción
sanction / penalty
Pronunciation: sahn-SYON
Meaning
An official penalty imposed for breaking a rule or law.
Example
La empresa recibió una sanción por incumplir la norma.
The company received a penalty for breaking the rule.
Practice tips
- Practice sanción 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 advanced-level learners.