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    Siniestra (en. Sinister)

    /siˈniestra/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Left side of something.
    On the shield, the left side bears the family emblem.
    En el escudo, la parte siniestra lleva el emblema de la familia.
    In anatomy, it refers to the left side of the body.
    The heart is located on the left side of the chest.
    El corazón se sitúa en la parte siniestra del tórax.
    Sinister or evil element.
    The character in the movie had a sinister smile.
    El personaje de la película tenía una sonrisa siniestra.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sinister', meaning 'left' or 'unfortunate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    left hand
    refers to the left hand and can imply skill or dexterity in manual work.
    mano siniestra
    sinister thought
    ideas or concepts that are morally negative or evil.
    pensamiento siniestro
    sinister destiny
    a tragic or unfortunate ending or outcome.
    destino siniestro

    Related Words

    accident rate
    Rate of accidents or unfavorable events, especially in the insurance field.
    siniestralidad
    sinister
    English word meaning 'sinister' in the context of danger or evil.
    sinister
    sinisterly
    In a sinister manner, with bad or dangerous intentions.
    siniestramente

    Slang Meanings

    A person or thing that causes fear or distrust.
    That place has a sinister vibe.
    Ese lugar tiene una vibra siniestra.
    A situation that seems doubtful or deceptive.
    That offer seems very sinister, I don't trust it.
    Esa oferta se ve muy siniestra, no me fio.