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    Torcía (en. Twist)

    /torˈθia/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Action of twisting something, such as an object or a part of the body.
    The twist of the ankle caused him a lot of pain.
    La torcía del tobillo le provocó mucho dolor.
    Alteration or deformation of something.
    The twist in the structure of the bridge was evident after the earthquake.
    La torcía en la estructura del puente fue evidente después del terremoto.

    Etymology

    It comes from the verb 'torcer', which means to bend or change direction.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    twisted the arm
    To force someone to do something against their will.
    torcía el brazo
    make a twist
    To modify or change the shape of something, often significantly.
    hacer una torcía
    there's no twist that can withstand
    An expression that indicates something can no longer withstand.
    no hay torcía que aguante

    Related Words

    to twist
    A verb that means to bend or rotate something.
    torcer
    twisted
    An adjective that describes something that is not straight or is bent.
    torcido
    torsion
    Action or effect of twisting something.
    torsión

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it refers to a problem or physical pain.
    My twist hurts after that training.
    Me duele la torcía después de ese entrenamiento.
    It can also mean finding a way to dodge or avoid a problem.
    He always finds a twist to get out of his responsibilities.
    Siempre encuentra la torcía para zafarse de sus responsabilidades.