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    Daga (en. Dagger)

    /ˈda.ɣa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A dagger is a cutting weapon with a straight or slightly curved blade, generally designed for close combat.
    The warrior wielded a dagger in battle.
    El guerrero empuñaba una daga en la batalla.
    It is also used in some contexts as a symbol of betrayal or danger.
    Her smile was like a dagger, hidden behind kindness.
    Su sonrisa era como una daga, oculta tras la amabilidad.
    In some cultures, the dagger is a ceremonial object or a symbol of honor.
    They gave him a dagger as a symbol of respect at the ceremony.
    Le regalaron una daga como símbolo de respeto en la ceremonia.

    Etymology

    The term 'dagger' comes from the Latin 'daca', meaning 'short weapon'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dagger in the back
    An unexpected betrayal by someone close.
    daga en la espalda
    to stab someone in the back
    To betray someone who is considered a friend.
    dar una puñalada por la espalda

    Related Words

    knife
    Cutting instrument with a fixed or folding blade.
    cuchillo
    stiletto
    A bladed weapon similar to the dagger, but generally with a shorter blade.
    puñal
    sabre
    A weapon with a curved blade mainly used in cavalry.
    sable

    Slang Meanings

    Used to refer to a betrayal.
    That action was a dagger against our friendship.
    Esa acción fue una daga contra nuestra amistad.
    A scathing or derogatory comment.
    His critique was like a dagger to my heart.
    Su crítica fue como una daga en mi corazón.