How to Say ‘This illegal detention’ in Spain Spanish
Esta detención ilegal
💬 Usage Tip: 'Detención' is a noun used for arrests/detentions.
🇪🇸 In Spain: Legal terms and rights are often debated topics in Spanish media.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Esta
[eh-stah]
this
Used to indicate a specific thing or situation.
Esta situación es complicada.
This situation is complicated.
detención
[deh-tehn-syohn]
detention
The act of holding someone in official custody.
Esta detención fue inesperada.
This detention was unexpected.
ilegal
[ee-leh-gahl]
illegal
Contrary to or forbidden by law.
Es una acción ilegal detener así a alguien.
It is illegal to detain someone like that.
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