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    Monstruo (en. Monster)

    /mons'tɾu.o/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A creature or being with a horrible appearance that causes fear.
    In the movie, the monster lurked in the darkness.
    En la película, el monstruo acechaba en la oscuridad.
    A person who behaves in a cruel or inhuman manner.
    The criminal was regarded as a monster for his acts.
    El criminal fue considerado un monstruo por sus actos.
    An exaggerated or unusual aspect of something.
    The artist created a papier-mâché monster for the exhibition.
    El artista creó un monstruo de papel maché para la exposición.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'monstrum', which means 'monster' or 'sign of something supernatural.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    science monster
    A person who has extraordinary knowledge in a scientific field.
    monstruo de la ciencia
    sacred monster
    A person of great prestige or authority in a specific area.
    monstruo sagrado
    to fear monsters
    To be afraid of the unknown or of situations that seem threatening.
    temer a los monstruos

    Related Words

    monstrosity
    Quality of being monstrous.
    monstruosidad
    monstrous
    Something that is excessively large or aggressive.
    monstruoso

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person who has exceptional skills in a sport.
    That player is a monster on the court.
    Ese jugador es un monstruo en la cancha.
    Someone who has a very strong or intimidating character.
    Don't worry about him, he's just a monster in his business.
    No te preocupes por él, solo es un monstruo en su negocio.