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    Escándalo (en. Scandal)

    /esˈkando.lo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An event or action that causes uproar or controversy.
    The corruption scandal shook the government.
    El escándalo de corrupción sacudió al gobierno.
    Things that cause astonishment or outrage in society.
    The media scandal was covered by all news outlets.
    El escándalo mediático fue cubierto por todos los noticieros.
    An action that brings dishonor or disrepute to someone.
    His behavior provoked a great scandal among his peers.
    Su comportamiento provocó un gran escándalo entre sus compañeros.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'scandalum', which means stumbling block or rock of offense.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a scandal
    To cause a stir or public commotion.
    hacer un escándalo
    scandalous flirtations
    Acts or situations that are surprising and controversial.
    escarceos escandalosos
    to cause a scandal
    To provoke a reaction of public disapproval.
    causar un escándalo

    Related Words

    embarrassing
    Causing shame or dishonor.
    bochornoso
    controversy
    Prolonged discussion about a matter that generates opposing opinions.
    controversia
    uproar
    Confusion or disorder caused by a large number of people.
    alboroto

    Slang Meanings

    Something very shocking or surprising.
    That news was a total scandal on social media.
    Esa noticia fue un escándalo total en las redes sociales.
    A gossip or rumor that causes a stir.
    A scandal spread about his relationship with the celebrity.
    Se corrió un escándalo sobre su relación con la celebridad.