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    Pérdida (en. Loss)

    /ˈpeɾðiða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Lack or deprivation of what was possessed.
    The loss of a loved one is very painful.
    La pérdida de un ser querido es muy dolorosa.
    Deterioration or decrease of something.
    The company reported a considerable loss in its income.
    La empresa reportó una pérdida considerable en sus ingresos.
    Loss of time, effort, or resources.
    It was a waste of time to attend that meeting.
    Fue una pérdida de tiempo asistir a esa reunión.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'perdita', participle of 'perdere', which means 'to lose'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    weight loss
    Decrease in body weight.
    pérdida de peso
    total loss
    Situation in which nothing can be recovered.
    pérdida total
    waste of time
    Situation that does not produce the desired result.
    pérdida de tiempo

    Related Words

    to lose
    To stop having something that was possessed.
    perder
    loser
    A person who loses in a game or situation.
    perdedor
    lost
    That which has gone astray or cannot be found.
    perdido

    Slang Meanings

    Difficult or complicated situation.
    He is in a total loss with that economic situation.
    Está en una pérdida total con esa situación económica.
    To disappear or be out of contact.
    Since he moved, he is out of touch; we don't know about him.
    Desde que se mudó, está en la pérdida, no sabemos de él.