Diantres (en. Damn)

/djan.tres/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Interjection used to express surprise, anger, or astonishment.
Wow! I didn't expect that news.
¡Diantres! No me esperaba esa noticia.
Term that can be used to emphasize a claim or complaint.
Wow! It's about time they pay me.
¡Diantres! Ya es hora de que me paguen.

Etymology

The word 'diantres' comes from the combination of 'demons' or 'devils', used to soften expressions of cursing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Wow!
Expression used to show surprise or dismay.
¡Diantres!
Wow, what happened?
Question that expresses concern about an unexpected situation.
Diantres, ¿qué pasó?

Related Words

devil
Supernatural being considered evil in Christian tradition.
diablo
demon
Evil spirit in various beliefs.
demonio

Slang Meanings

Colloquial expression used in surprising situations.
When I saw the price of the car, I said: wow!
Cuando vi el precio del coche, dije: ¡diantres!
Use in a tone of frustration or complaint.
Wow! I can't find my keys.
¡Diantres! No puedo encontrar mis llaves.