vil - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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vil (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

The word "vil" is an adjective in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

/biɾ/

Translation Options into English

Meaning and Usage

"Vil" is used to describe something that is morally low, unpleasant, or despicable. It communicates a sense of contempt or disdain towards the subject being described. In both oral and written contexts, "vil" is moderately frequent but may appear more often in literary or formal writings given its connotation.

Example Sentences

  1. Su comportamiento vil fue sorprendente para todos.
  2. His vile behavior was surprising to everyone.

  3. La traición de su mejor amigo fue un acto vil.

  4. The betrayal by her best friend was a vile act.

  5. Nunca pensé que alguien pudiera tener pensamientos tan viles.

  6. I never thought someone could have such vile thoughts.

Idiomatic Expressions

The term "vil" may not be a common component of widely recognized idiomatic expressions, but it can fit into phrases that highlight moral degradation, deceit, or unkindness.

Example Idiomatic Expressions

  1. "Los viles actos tienen consecuencias."
  2. Vile acts have consequences.

  3. "Es un ser tan vil que no merece confianza."

  4. He is such a vile being that he doesn’t deserve trust.

  5. "No te dejes influenciar por ideas viles."

  6. Don’t let yourself be influenced by vile ideas.

  7. "La vilesa del enemigo se hizo evidente."

  8. The vileness of the enemy became evident.

  9. "Actuar de forma vil no tiene justificación."

  10. Acting in a vile manner has no justification.

Etymology

The word "vil" comes from the Latin "vilis," which means cheap or low in value. This Latin root also implies a lack of worthiness or nobility.

Synonyms and Antonyms

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This information reveals the complexity of the term "vil" and its uses in the Spanish language within both legal and general contexts.



23-07-2024