Amargos (en. Bitter)

/aˈmaɾɣos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has a very strong and unpleasant taste.
The coffee was very bitter.
El café estaba muy amargo.
Grief or sadness that causes disappointment.
He received a bitter response to his request.
Recibió una respuesta amarga sobre su solicitud.
Refers to a situation or experience that causes frustration.
The defeat was a bitter experience for the team.
La derrota fue una experiencia amarga para el equipo.

Etymology

From Latin 'amarus', which means 'bitter'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bitter taste
an unpleasant and strong flavor.
sabor amargo
bitter life
a life full of sorrow or difficulties.
vida amarga
bitter memories
memories that bring sadness or disappointment.
recuerdos amargos

Related Words

bitterness
feeling of sadness or distress.
amargura
to become bitter
to become sad or feel bad about something.
amargarse
bitter
that produces bitterness.
amargo

Slang Meanings

Someone who always has a negative attitude.
That guy is so bitter, he never smiles.
Ese tipo es tan amargo, nunca sonríe.
A drink or food that is unpleasant.
That beer is bitter, I don't like it.
Esa cerveza está amarga, no me gusta.