Amargor (en. Bitterness)

/a.mar.'ɡoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Sensation of a bitter taste in the mouth.
The bitterness of the coffee can be enjoyed if combined with milk.
El amargor del café puede disfrutarse si se combina con leche.
Resentment or sadness felt in response to a negative situation.
The bitterness he felt after the breakup was inevitable.
El amargor que sintió tras la ruptura fue inevitable.
Characteristics of something that causes displeasure or discomfort.
The bitterness in her voice reflected her discontent.
El amargor de su voz reflejaba su descontento.

Etymology

From Latin 'amaritōr', meaning 'bitterness'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bitterness in the heart
Feeling of deep sadness or resentment.
amargor en el corazón
to live in bitterness
Experiencing a life full of discontent or dissatisfaction.
vivir en amargor
not everything is bitterness
Indicates that there are also positive aspects in a situation.
no todo es amargor

Related Words

bitter
Strong and unpleasant taste that causes rejection.
amargo
to embitter
To cause displeasure or sadness to someone.
amargar
bitterly
In a bitter way or with resentment.
amargamente

Slang Meanings

To be embittered
Since he lost his job, he's always embittered.
Desde que perdió el trabajo, siempre está amargado.
To have bitterness
Since he was fired, he has a lot of bitterness.
Desde que le despidieron, tiene mucho amargor.