self-defense in Spanish
self-defense in Spanish is autodefensa, defensa personal, legítima defensa.
self-defense in Spanish
autodefensa
The means of defending oneself from physical attack.
defensa personal
The means of defending oneself from physical attack.
legítima defensa
(legal) The right to protect oneself against violence by using reasonable force, which can be used as justification in several charges including murder, assault, and battery.
defensa propia
(legal) The right to protect oneself against violence by using reasonable force, which can be used as justification in several charges including murder, assault, and battery.
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What is "self-defense" in Spanish?
"self-defense" in Spanish is autodefensa, defensa personal, legítima defensa.
Are there other ways to say "self-defense" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 4 translations listed for "self-defense": autodefensa, defensa personal, legítima defensa, defensa propia.
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