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    Punzantes (en. Sharp)

    /punˈθantes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It refers to something that has the ability to pierce or cause sharp pain.
    The thorns of the plant are sharp and can cause harm.
    Las espinas de la planta son punzantes y pueden hacer daño.
    It is used to describe pain that is sharp and often localized.
    He feels a sharp pain in his chest.
    Siente un dolor punzante en el pecho.
    It can refer to a sensation that causes discomfort or sharp annoyance.
    The burning on his skin was sharp.
    El ardor en su piel era punzante.

    Etymology

    It derives from the verb 'punzar', which means to pierce or make a small hole.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sharp pain
    a sensation of acute pain that can be localized in the body.
    dolor punzante
    piercing wound
    a wound that has been made by a sharp or pointed object.
    herida punzante
    sharp sensation
    an acute sensation that causes discomfort or pain.
    sensación punzante

    Related Words

    awl
    sharp tool used for piercing.
    punzón
    thorn
    pointed part of some plants that can cause pain if it pricks.
    espina
    hole
    opening or perforation made by a sharp object.
    agujero

    Slang Meanings

    Intense and sudden pain.
    That hit was sharp, it made me scream.
    Ese golpe fue punzante, me hizo chillar.
    Something that surprises negatively.
    That comment was sharp and left me thinking.
    Ese comentario fue punzante y me dejó pensando.