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culpar

to blame

verb kool-PAHR Rare
Mind & Emotions Attitudes

Also means

to accuse

Usage Note

Culpar typically takes a direct object for the person blamed and de + noun/infinitive for the fault: culpar a alguien de algo ('to blame someone for something'). The reflexive culparse means 'to blame oneself'. Distinguish it from acusar ('to accuse formally') — culpar is more emotional and informal, while acusar belongs to legal settings.

Examples

"No debes culpar a los demás por tus errores."

Natural Translation

You should not blame others for your mistakes.

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