Males (en. Evils)

/ˈmales/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Negative or harmful aspects in a situation.
The evils of modern society include inequality and poverty.
Los males de la sociedad moderna incluyen la desigualdad y la pobreza.
Diseases or conditions that affect health.
The evils affecting the population must be addressed by health services.
Los males que afectan a la población deben ser atendidos por los servicios de salud.

Etymology

From Latin 'malum', which means 'evil' or 'harm'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

evils of the world
Global problems or injustices.
males del mundo
major evils
Serious problems or of great importance.
males mayores
hidden evils
Affects that are not visible at first glance.
males ocultos

Related Words

evil
Quality of what is bad or harmful.
mal
malice
Intention to cause harm or evil.
maldad
malignant
That causes or intends to cause harm.
maligno

Slang Meanings

Problems or troubles.
I'm caught up in many troubles with this project.
Estoy metido en muchos males con este proyecto.
Negative things or bad situations.
Yesterday I experienced troubles that I don't want to remember.
Ayer me pasaron males que no quiero recordar.