Also means
wrongdoing
Usage Note
Pecado is the standard word for a moral or religious transgression, and pecado mortal (mortal sin) is common in Catholic-influenced speech. It is also used colloquially for any serious misdeed. The related verb is pecar (to sin).
Examples
"Mentir es un gran pecado."
Natural Translation
Lying is a great sin.
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