Word/Phrase: ransom
Translation: rescate
Pronunciation: resˈkate
The kidnapper demanded a ransom - El secuestrador exigió un rescate
The family could not afford the ransom - La familia no podía pagar el rescate
They were willing to pay the ransom - Estaban dispuestos a pagar el rescate
The police worked to prevent the ransom - La policía trabajó para prevenir el rescate
He was relieved when the ransom was paid - Se sintió aliviado cuando se pagó el rescate