Caramba (en. Wow)

/ka.ˈram.ba/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Interjection that expresses surprise or astonishment.

Example Sentence: Wow! I didn't expect to see you here.

¡Caramba! No esperaba verte aquí.

Definition: Expression that can be used as a euphemism instead of a curse.

Example Sentence: Wow! Why did you arrive so late?

¡Caramba! ¿Por qué llegaste tan tarde?

Etymology/Origin: The word 'caramba' comes from Old Spanish, and its use has become widespread in many Spanish-speaking countries.

Phrase: Wow, what a surprise!

Meaning: Expression used when encountering something unexpected.

¡Caramba, qué sorpresa!

Phrase: Don't tell me, wow!

Meaning: It expresses disbelief or surprise at a revelation.

No me digas, ¡caramba!

Related Word: surprise

Description: Feeling of wonder or perplexity.

sorpresa

Related Word: astonishment

Description: State of being surprised or impressed.

asombro

Related Word: admiration

Description: Feeling of respect and esteem for someone or something.

admiración

Meaning: Expression used to avoid vulgar language.

Example: Instead of swearing, he says 'wow'.

En vez de maldecir, dice 'caramba'.

Meaning: A demonstration of mild exasperation.

Example: Wow! This is too much.

¡Caramba! Esto es demasiado.