Noun
/maˈsakeɾ/
"Masacre" refers to the brutal and indiscriminate killing of a large number of people or animals. The term is often used in a historical or dramatic context, particularly to describe events involving extensive violence and loss of life, whether in war, conflict, or other tragic circumstances.
The word "masacre" is commonly used in both oral and written Spanish, although it may appear more frequently in written contexts such as news reports, historical accounts, and literature, given its serious connotation.
The massacre at the school shocked the entire country.
Los informes sobre la masacre revelaron detalles escalofriantes.
Reports about the massacre revealed chilling details.
La memoria de la masacre aún persiste entre los sobrevivientes.
While "masacre" is itself not commonly used in numerous idiomatic expressions, it can be part of phrases that convey different contexts relating to violence or tragedy. Here are some examples:
As conflicts escalate, the massacre becomes inevitable.
No podemos permitir que la historia se repita tras la masacre.
We cannot allow history to repeat itself after the massacre.
La masacre en la capital fue un punto de inflexión en la política del país.
The massacre in the capital was a turning point in the country's politics.
Las consecuencias de la masacre aún se sienten en la sociedad.
The consequences of the massacre are still felt in society.
Los relatos sobre la masacre se transmiten de generación en generación.
The word "masacre" has its roots in the Latin word "mactare," which means to slaughter or kill. The transition likely occurred through Old Spanish before it became standard in modern Spanish usage.
Synonyms: - Slaughter (matanza) - Carnage (carnicería) - Bloodbath (baño de sangre)
Antonyms: - Peace (paz) - Truce (tregua) - Safety (seguridad)
These antonyms reflect states that are in direct contrast to the violent connotations associated with "masacre."