freeze an account
The Spanish term 'congelar una cuenta' translates to 'to freeze an account' in English. This phrase is often used in banking and financial contexts, it means stopping all activity or transactions on a certain account, often due to suspected fraudulent activity, or because of a legal requirement.
I decided to freeze an account due to suspicious activity.
This phrase indicates a situation where someone chooses to suspend or stop transactions on an account because they suspect fraudulent behavior.
The company decided to freeze an account until the issue is resolved.
This example illustrates a business decision to halt account activity pending the resolution of a specific problem, highlighting the need for caution.
Unable to access their funds, they decided to freeze an account temporarily.
Here, the phrase reflects a personal choice to temporarily stop access to an account, often as a protective measure against unauthorized access.