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    Bestia (en. Beast)

    /ˈbes.tja/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Animal of large dimensions or of a wild nature.
    The lion is considered a beast in the savannah.
    El león es considerado una bestia en la sabana.
    Very strong or robust person.
    That soccer player is a beast on the field.
    Ese jugador de fútbol es una bestia en el campo.
    Sometimes refers to someone who acts brutally or cruelly.
    Don't be a beast, treat others with respect.
    No seas una bestia, trata a los demás con respeto.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'bestia', which means 'animal'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a beast
    To behave in a violent or brutal manner.
    ser una bestia
    beastly soul
    Person with great strength or very primitive instincts.
    alma bestial
    black beast
    Someone or something that provokes aversion or fear.
    bestia negra

    Related Words

    bestial
    That has characteristics of a beast, cruel or disproportionate.
    bestial
    bestiality
    Act or behavior that manifests brutality or cruelty.
    bestialidad

    Slang Meanings

    A person who does impressive or outstanding things in a sport.
    That guy is a beast in basketball.
    Ese chico es una bestia en el baloncesto.
    Refers to someone who is very strong or muscular.
    Since he started training, he has become a beast.
    Desde que entrena, se ha vuelto una bestia.