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“exaggeration” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/eksaxeɾaˈθjon/

Example

Esa exageración no es necesaria.

That exaggeration is not necessary.

Illustration for exageración (exaggeration)

How to say “exaggeration” in Spanish

“Exaggeration” in Spanish is exageración.

Piled-up embellishment.

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

Example sentences with exageración

La exageración confunde al interlocutor.

The exaggeration confuses the interlocutor.

Tips for using exageración

  • The related adjective exagerado can mean either 'overstated' or 'ridiculous' depending on tone, so judge context before choosing an English equivalent.

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