Asperezas (en. Rough edges)

/as.peˈɾe.θas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of being rough or rugged.
The roughness of the rock makes it difficult to handle.
Las asperezas de la roca dificultan su manipulación.
Difficulties or tough situations in life.
He faced the rough patches of life with bravery.
Enfrentó las asperezas de la vida con valentía.
Difficult or uncomfortable aspects in a relationship.
The rough patches between them were overcome over time.
Las asperezas entre ellos fueron superadas con el tiempo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'asperitas', which means roughness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

overcome the rough patches
To resolve the difficulties or differences between people.
superar las asperezas
face the rough patches
To confront difficulties with determination.
enfrentar las asperezas
reduce the rough patches
To minimize existing conflicts or problems.
reducir las asperezas

Related Words

roughness
Condition of being rough or crude.
aspereza
rough
Having an irregular and rough surface.
áspero
rugged
Having grooves or bumps.
rugoso

Slang Meanings

Difficulties in a social situation.
The party had its rough patches, but in the end, everyone had fun.
La fiesta tuvo sus asperezas, pero al final todos se divirtieron.
Problems in a relationship.
Their friendship went through several rough patches this year.
Su amistad pasó por varias asperezas este año.