Crueles (en. Cruel)

kɾuˈeles

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Who acts with cruelty.
The cruel acts of that person were condemned by all.
Los actos crueles de esa persona fueron condenados por todos.
Who inflicts suffering or pain.
War is one of the cruelest events in the history of humanity.
La guerra es uno de los eventos más crueles en la historia de la humanidad.
Who is insensitive to the feelings of others.
His comment was cruel and unnecessary.
Su comentario fue cruel e innecesario.

Etymology

From Latin 'cruelis', meaning 'cruel'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cruel realities
Hard or difficult truths that often cause pain.
crueles realidades
cruel acts
Actions that cause suffering to others.
actos crueles
cruel heart
A person who does not show empathy or compassion.
corazón cruel

Related Words

cruelty
Quality of being cruel, the inclination to cause pain.
crueldad
cruelly
In a cruel manner.
crueldamente
cruel
Having the same quality of causing suffering.
cruel

Slang Meanings

It is a term used to describe someone who is insensitive.
Don't be so cruel, relax a little.
No seas tan cruel, relájate un poco.
It is used to refer to situations that are very difficult or painful.
That situation was cruel, really hard to bear.
Esa situación fue cruel, realmente difícil de soportar.