Adjective
/saŋˈɡɾjen.to/
The word "sangriento" is primarily used as an adjective in Spanish to describe something that is characterized by blood or is associated with bloodshed. It can refer to actual blood, violent events, or can be used metaphorically to describe a situation marked by intense emotions or conflict.
In terms of frequency of use, "sangriento" appears more in written contexts (like literature or news articles) but is also used in everyday conversations, particularly when discussing violent events or horror themes.
El crimen fue tan sangriento que todos los medios cubrieron la historia.
(The crime was so bloody that all the media covered the story.)
La película tenía escenas muy sangrientas que la hacían difícil de ver.
(The movie had very gory scenes that made it hard to watch.)
La historia de la batalla fue particularmente sangrienta.
(The story of the battle was particularly bloody.)
While "sangriento" is not commonly found in many idiomatic expressions, the concept of blood often relates to a few phrases. Here are some examples:
"Sangre fría" – Used to describe someone who is unemotional or cold-hearted.
Ella reaccionó con sangre fría ante la noticia trágica.
(She reacted with cold blood to the tragic news.)
"Sangrar por la herida" – To suffer from a previous emotional wound.
Todavía sangra por la herida de su reciente separación.
(He is still bleeding from the wound of his recent separation.)
"Echar sangre" – To make a sacrifice or suffer for a cause.
Muchos han echado sangre por la libertad de este país.
(Many have shed blood for the freedom of this country.)
"Tomar la sangre" – To take vengeance or act violently.
Decidió tomar la sangre de sus enemigos.
(He decided to take the blood of his enemies.)
The word "sangriento" comes from the Latin "sanguinens," which derives from "sanguis" meaning "blood." The evolution reflects the connection between the word and its literal, visceral meaning but has been adapted in usage for various contexts over time.
Synonyms: - Sangrante (bleeding) - Hematológico (hematological, in a medical context) - Violento (violent, in a contextual manner)
Antonyms: - Limpio (clean) - Pacífico (peaceful) - Sereno (serene)