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tregua

English translation of tregua

truce

The Spanish word 'tregua' translates to 'truce' in English. It is used in contexts of conflict and disagreements where parties decide to cease the dispute for a certain period. The word gives a sense of temporary peace and the suspension of conflict. It is often used in political, military and several informal settings alike.


Example sentences using: tregua

Necesitamos una tregua para resolver este conflicto.

English translation of Necesitamos una tregua para resolver este conflicto.

We need a truce to resolve this conflict.

This sentence is an example of a context where 'tregua' is used to refer to a pause or break in a conflict situation to allow for negotiation or resolution.

La tregua entre los dos países duró dos años.

English translation of La tregua entre los dos países duró dos años.

The truce between the two countries lasted two years.

In this sentence, 'tregua' is used to describe a period of peace between two countries. The noun ‘tregua’ can be used to express a break in hostilities between countries which are in dispute.

Después de la tregua, las negociaciones se volvieron más difíciles.

English translation of Después de la tregua, las negociaciones se volvieron más difíciles.

After the truce, negotiations became more difficult.

Using 'tregua' in this context suggests the end of a short period of peace or ceasefire that was prearranged, after which negotiations became more challenging.

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