Malditos (en. Damned)

/malˈditos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who have been cursed.
The damned lived in the shadow of the castle.
Los malditos vivían en la sombra del castillo.
Things considered very bad or undesirable.
Those damned problems never end.
Esos malditos problemas nunca terminan.

Etymology

Originates from 'maldito', which in turn derives from the Latin 'maledictus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

damned be they
Expression of contempt towards a group or situation.
malditos sean
what a cursed day
Phrase to express that a day has been very complicated or unfortunate.
que maldito día
damned problems
Reference to recurring difficulties that cause frustration.
malditos problemas

Related Words

damned
That is under a curse or in a state of condemnation.
maldito
curse
Word or expression spoken to cause harm.
maldición
to curse
To express a wish for harm upon someone or something.
maldecir

Slang Meanings

Used in a context of frustration or anger.
Those damned won't leave me in peace!
¡Esos malditos no me dejan en paz!
Word used to highlight the seriousness of a situation.
That damned issue has me worried.
Ese maldito asunto me tiene preocupado.