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    Llagas (en. Sores)

    ˈjaɡas

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Lesions or wounds that appear on the skin.
    The sores on his legs are not healing properly.
    Las llagas en sus piernas no sanan adecuadamente.
    Ulcers that can be the result of diseases.
    The doctor diagnosed that the sores were caused by an infection.
    El médico diagnosticó que las llagas eran causadas por una infección.
    Any wound that causes great discomfort.
    He feels intense pain in the sores in his mouth.
    Siente un dolor intenso en las llagas de su boca.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'plaga', which means 'wound' or 'blow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a sore
    to suffer from an open wound or injury.
    tener llaga
    bloodsucker
    a person who benefits from the misfortunes of others, similar to how a sore can absorb energy.
    chupasangre
    feels like a sore
    expression used to describe intense pain.
    se siente como una llaga

    Related Words

    wound
    Injury in body tissue that usually causes pain.
    herida
    ulcer
    Loss of tissue in the skin or mucous membranes, usually with an inflamed base.
    ulcera
    blister
    Accumulation of liquid in the epidermis that may resemble a sore.
    ampolla

    Slang Meanings

    Expression to describe a problem that causes a lot of discomfort.
    That job is a sore that won't let me rest.
    Ese trabajo es una llaga que no me deja tranquilo.
    A situation that becomes uncomfortable or difficult to bear.
    The constant rain has become a sore for travelers.
    La lluvia constante se ha convertido en una llaga para los viajeros.