No. 1,823 in Spanish
delincuencia
"Delincuencia" means "criminal activity or crime."
In a sentence
La creciente delincuencia en las ciudades preocupa a los ciudadanos.
The increasing crime in cities worries citizens.
Here, 'delincuencia' refers to general criminal activity or crime occurring within a community, emphasizing its impact on society.
La policía investiga el caso de delincuencia organizado en el barrio.
The police investigate the case of organized crime in the neighborhood.
In this sentence, 'delincuencia' is used to specify organized criminal activities, highlighting a structured and planned aspect of these crimes.
La juventud busca soluciones para prevenir la delincuencia entre los jóvenes.
The youth seek solutions to prevent crime among young people.
Here, 'delincuencia' refers to juvenile crime or acts of crime committed by young individuals, underlining the social issue within a specific group.
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