Ascuas (en. Embers)
/as'kwas/
Synonyms
- brasas
- carbones
- rescoldos
Slang Meanings
To be in a delicate or dangerous situation.
When he was told the news, he was left in suspense.
Cuando le dijeron la noticia, se quedó en ascuas.
To feel uncertainty or anxiety about a situation.
His exam is in suspense; he doesn't know if he will do well.
Su examen está entre ascuas, no sabe si le irá bien.