Vicios (en. Vices)
/biˈsjos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
The quality of being vicious, having vices.
Vices are difficult to eradicate.
Los vicios son difíciles de erradicar.
Defect or imperfection in something.
That system has several vices that need correction.
Ese sistema tiene varios vicios que necesitan corrección.
Habitual actions that can cause harm or problems.
The vices of society affect new generations.
Los vicios de la sociedad afectan a las nuevas generaciones.
Etymology
From the Latin 'vitium', which means defect or vice.
Common Phrases and Expressions
breaking vices
Overcoming harmful habits.
romper vicios
getting rid of vices
Getting rid of detrimental behaviors.
librarse de vicios
hidden vices
Defects that are not evident at first glance.
vicios ocultos
Related Words
vicious
Who possesses vices.
vicioso
vice
A vice that affects a person's behavior.
vice
to vitiate
To corrupt or alter something.
viciar
Slang Meanings
Self-destructive behavior.
That life of excess has only brought him vices.
Esa vida de excesos solo le ha traído vicios.
Difficult habits to quit.
Gambling is one of his most well-known vices.
El juego es uno de sus vicios más conocidos.