Sombrío (en. Gloomy)

/somˈbɾio/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A mood characterized by sadness or melancholy.
Since the disappearance of her pet, she has been living in a constant gloom.
Desde la desaparición de su mascota, vive en un sombrío constante.
Atmosphere of opacity or lack of light that generates a feeling of sadness.
The rainy day created a gloom in the house.
El día lluvioso creó un sombrío en la casa.

Etymology

It comes from the Spanish adjective 'gloomy,' which refers to a lack of light or a state of despondency.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in a gloomy state
To be in a state of sadness or despondency.
estar en un sombrío
existential gloom
Feeling of emptiness or lack of purpose in life.
sombrío existencial

Related Words

shadows
Something that has little light.
sombres
gloomy
That is dark or causes sadness.
sombrío

Slang Meanings

To feel emotionally unwell.
He has been gloomy since he broke up with his partner.
Está sombrío desde que terminó con su pareja.
To go through a rough time.
Right now he is in a gloom, but he will recover soon.
En este momento está en un sombrío, pero pronto se recuperará.