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probation in Spanish

probation in Spanish is periodo de prueba, libertad condicional — probation means a trial period during which someone's suitability for a job or role is being assessed, and they can be dismissed if they don't meet expectations.

probation in Spanish

periodo de prueba
noun
A period of time when a person occupies a position only conditionally and may be removed if certain conditions are not met.
libertad condicional
noun
(legal) A type of sentence where convicted criminals are permitted to continue living in a community but will automatically be sent to jail if they violate certain conditions.

What does "probation" mean?

  1. noun A trial period during which someone's suitability for a job or role is being assessed, and they can be dismissed if they don't meet expectations.
    "New hires are on probation for the first ninety days."
  2. noun A criminal sentence that allows someone to remain in the community under supervision instead of going to prison, as long as they follow certain conditions.
    "She was sentenced to two years of probation instead of jail time."

probation in a sentence

  • New hires are on probation for the first ninety days.
  • She was sentenced to two years of probation instead of jail time.

Common Spanish translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "probation" in Spanish?

"probation" in Spanish is periodo de prueba, libertad condicional. probation means: A trial period during which someone's suitability for a job or role is being assessed, and they can be dismissed if they don't meet expectations.

How do you use "probation" in a sentence?

Example: "New hires are on probation for the first ninety days." In Spanish, "probation" is periodo de prueba, libertad condicional.

Are there other ways to say "probation" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "probation": periodo de prueba, libertad condicional.

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