Adjective
/sangwiˈnaɾjo/
The word "sanguinario" refers to someone or something that is violently bloodthirsty, ruthless, or enjoys causing suffering. It can describe a person who has a propensity for violence or is involved in acts that result in bloodshed. It can be used in various contexts, such as describing a character in a movie, a historical figure known for their cruelty, or even an animal known for its predatory behavior.
In terms of usage frequency, "sanguinario" is not extremely common in everyday conversation; its use is more prevalent in written contexts, particularly in literature, newspapers, and discussions about violence or aggression.
The killer was known to be a bloodthirsty individual without compassion.
En la película, el villano era un sanguinario que disfrutaba del sufrimiento ajeno.
In the movie, the villain was a ruthless character who enjoyed the suffering of others.
La batalla dejó un paisaje sanguinario de destrucción y dolor.
While "sanguinario" might not be directly involved in many idiomatic expressions, its associations with blood and violence can be seen in various phrases. Here are a few expressions to consider:
Sanguinario como un lobo
Translation: Bloodthirsty like a wolf
Context: Used to describe someone with a fierce and aggressive personality.
Río de sangre sanguinaria
Translation: River of bloodthirsty blood
Context: Refers to a situation filled with violence and death.
Sanguinario en el campo de batalla
Translation: Bloodthirsty in the battlefield
Context: This phrase is used to depict a warrior known for brutality during wartime.
The term "sanguinario" derives from Latin “sanguinarius”, which means "related to blood" (from "sanguis", meaning "blood"). The transition into Spanish maintained the sense of a relation to blood but took on the connotations of ruthlessness and bloodthirstiness.
Synonyms: - Cruel - Violento (violent) - Sangriento (bloody)
Antonyms: - Benigno (benign) - Compasivo (compassionate) - Pacífico (peaceful)