Desa (en. Desa)

dɛsa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Refers to a state of scarcity or fragility.
The product becomes desa when there are not enough materials.
El producto se vuelve desa cuando no hay suficientes materiales.
Used in the context of something that lacks strength or consistency.
The construction was desa, which is why it collapsed easily.
La construcción era desa, por lo que se derrumbó con facilidad.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin term 'desinis', which means 'to lack' or 'to end'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

it has nothing of desas
Indicates that something is very strong or solid.
no tiene nada de desa
it is of desa
Refers to an object that is fragile or weak.
es de desa

Related Words

desazón
State of worry or unease.
desazón
disappear
To stop being present.
desaparecer

Slang Meanings

Used to describe something that has no value.
That project is all desa, it is useless.
Ese proyecto es todo desa, no sirve para nada.
Refers to a person who is weak or lazy.
Don't be desa, defend yourself against what they think of you.
No seas desa, defiéndete de lo que piensan de ti.