English–Spanish
“disappointment” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈtʃasko/
Example
La cena fue un chasco; no me gustó.
The dinner was a disappointment; I didn't like it.
How to say “disappointment” in Spanish
“Disappointment” in Spanish is chasco.
An eagerly awaited event that fails to meet expectations.
Example sentences with chasco
Me llevé un chasco cuando cancelaron el concierto.
I was disappointed when they canceled the concert.
Tips for using chasco
- Because chasco sounds blunt, Spanish speakers often use the reflexive llevar(se) un chasco (me llevé un chasco) to express personal disappointment without blaming others.
Other Spanish words for “disappointment”
Sentí una decepción cuando cancelaron el concierto.
I felt disappointment when they canceled the concert.
Sentí una gran desilusión cuando cancelaron el concierto.
I felt a great disappointment when they canceled the concert.