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    Maldición (en. Curse)

    /mal.diˈsi.on/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Expression of desire for someone to suffer evil.
    The witch cast a curse on the town.
    La bruja pronunció una maldición sobre el pueblo.
    Thing considered as misfortune or calamity.
    That place is a curse for those who inhabit it.
    Ese lugar es una maldición para quienes lo habitan.
    Word or phrase intended to keep good away from someone.
    The curse placed on him brought misfortunes.
    La maldición que le lanzaron le trajo desgracias.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'maledictionem', which means 'to speak badly' or 'imprecation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Divine curse
    Punishment or penalty imposed by a supreme being.
    maldición divina
    Break a curse
    Remove negative or superstitious effects from something.
    romper una maldición
    Fall into the curse
    Suffer negative consequences from a past action.
    caer en la maldición

    Related Words

    Malicious
    Having malice or bad intention.
    maldicioso
    Malevolent
    Causing harm or having qualities that do damage.
    maléfico
    Malefic
    Spell or enchantment that causes misfortune.
    maleficio

    Slang Meanings

    To curse in a friendly or joking tone.
    That curse won't help you win the game!
    ¡Esa maldición no te va a ayudar a ganar la partida!
    Expression of astonishment or frustration.
    Damn it! I forgot the keys inside the car.
    ¡Maldición! Olvidé las llaves dentro del coche.