Desgarrador (en. Piercing)

/desɡaˈraðoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that produces intense suffering.
The movie had a heartbreaking ending that left everyone in silence.
La película tenía un final desgarrador que dejó a todos en silencio.
That deeply moves.
The activist's speech was heartbreaking and touched the hearts of many.
El discurso del activista fue desgarrador y tocó el corazón de muchos.
Associated with loss or tragedy.
The heartbreaking account of the war resonated with the audience.
El desgarrador relato de la guerra resonó en la audiencia.

Etymology

It comes from the verb 'to tear', which means to rip or break something violently.

Common Phrases and Expressions

broken-hearted
Something or someone that causes great emotional suffering.
desgarrador de corazones
heartbreaking moment
A moment that produces great sadness or impact.
momento desgarrador

Related Words

tearing
Tearing or breaking of something.
desgarro
shock
Intense emotional impact.
conmoción
tragedy
An event that causes great suffering.
tragedia

Slang Meanings

An event or situation that causes great sadness.
The outcome of the match was heartbreaking for the fans.
El desenlace del partido fue desgarrador para los aficionados.
Something that affects emotionally in a strong way.
That book was heartbreaking; I couldn't hold back my tears.
Ese libro fue desgarrador, no pude contener las lágrimas.