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“dazzle” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/θeˈɣaɾ/

Example

El flash cegó al fotógrafo.

The flash dazzled the photographer.

Illustration for cegar (dazzle)

How to say “dazzle” in Spanish

“Dazzle” in Spanish is cegar.

A glare or bias that blocks sight and judgment.

Full entry for cegar: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with cegar

La ambición lo cegó y no escuchó consejos.

Ambition blinded him and he didn't listen to advice.

Tips for using cegar

  • In everyday use cegar tends to imply a strong or lasting blocking of vision or judgment, while deslumbrar usually describes a brief dazzling by light or admiration.

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