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    Lóbrega (en. Gloomy)

    /ˈlo.βɾe.ɣa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That has little light, gloomy and dark.
    The alley was gloomy, barely illuminated by the faint light of a streetlamp.
    El callejón era lúgubre, apenas iluminado por la tenue luz de una farola.
    That has a sad or desolate appearance.
    Her gaze was gloomy, reflecting all the sadness she felt.
    Su mirada era lóbrega, reflejando toda la tristeza que sentía.
    Refers to an oppressive environment or situation filled with pessimism.
    The gloomy atmosphere of the place made everyone feel uncomfortable.
    La lóbrega atmósfera del lugar hizo que todos se sintieran incómodos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'lūbricum', which means 'slippery' or 'dark'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a gloomy day
    A sad day filled with melancholy.
    un día lóbrego
    a gloomy look
    A look that reflects sadness or discouragement.
    una mirada lóbrega

    Related Words

    depressive
    That provokes depression or sadness.
    depresivo
    melancholic
    That has a soft and nostalgic sadness.
    melancólico

    Slang Meanings

    Emotional state of deep sadness.
    After that news, he remained in a gloomy state for days.
    Después de esa noticia, se quedó en un estado lóbrego durante días.
    Refers to someone who always sees the negative side of things.
    Don't be so gloomy; we need to see the positive side of life.
    No seas tan lóbrego, hay que ver el lado positivo de la vida.