No. 12,942 in Spanish
penalidad
"Penalidad" means "penalty" or "punishment."
In a sentence
La penalidad por devolver el libro tarde es una multa pequeña.
The penalty for returning the book late is a small fine.
Here, 'penalidad' is used to indicate a consequence or punishment.
En deportes, la penalidad por conducta antideportiva puede incluir una expulsión del juego.
In sports, the penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct can include expulsion from the game.
In this usage, 'penalidad' refers to the disciplinary action in sports.
El contrato especifica una penalidad por incumplimiento de los términos acordados.
The contract specifies a penalty for non-compliance with the agreed terms.
Here, 'penalidad' signifies a legal or contractual repercussion.
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