Fatigas (en. Fatigue)

/faˈtiɣas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
State of extreme tiredness after physical or mental effort.
After running the marathon, I felt intense fatigue in my legs.
Después de correr la maratón, sentí unas fatigas intensas en las piernas.
Tasks or jobs that are particularly exhausting.
The burdens of working in the field are very demanding.
Las fatigas del trabajo en el campo son muy exigentes.

Etymology

From Latin 'fatiga', which means 'tiredness' or 'exhaustion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in great distress
To be very tired due to prolonged effort.
estar en las fatigas
to suffer from exhaustion
To experience extreme tiredness or exhaustion.
sufrir de fatigas
to cause troubles
To cause pain or work to someone, exhausting them.
dar fatigas

Related Words

tiredness
State of feeling fatigued or worn out.
cansancio
effort
Application of force to perform a task.
esfuerzo
exhaustion
State of weakness or loss of energy.
agotamiento

Slang Meanings

Very extreme tiredness, sometimes used comically.
After that party, I can't take it anymore, I'm exhausted.
Después de esa fiesta no puedo más, tengo fatigas.
It can refer to being very busy or having many responsibilities.
I'm feeling worn out from work and school.
Estoy con fatigas por el trabajo y la escuela.