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    Demonio (en. Devil)

    /deˈmo.njo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An entity considered evil that opposes good.
    The devil tried to tempt humanity.
    El demonio intentó tentar a la humanidad.
    An extremely bad or cruel person.
    That man is a true demon.
    Ese hombre es un verdadero demonio.
    An artistic or literary representation of an evil being.
    The story is full of images of demons.
    El relato está lleno de imágenes de demonios.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Greek 'daimon', which means 'spirit' or 'supernatural being'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a pact with the devil
    To accept a deal in exchange for something valuable.
    hacer un pacto con el demonio
    to see demons
    To feel extreme fear or madness.
    ver demonios
    to struggle with internal demons
    To face internal problems or conflicts.
    luchar con demonios internos

    Related Words

    demonology
    Study of demons in various cultures.
    demonología
    diabolical
    That has qualities typical of the devil.
    diabólico
    to demonize
    To possess a person by a demon.
    endemoniosar

    Slang Meanings

    A very rebellious or untameable person.
    That kid is a demon; he never listens.
    Ese chaval es un demonio, nunca hace caso.
    Indicates that something is extremely complicated or difficult.
    Solving that problem is a demon.
    Resolver ese problema es un demonio.