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“headache” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/keβɾaˈðeɾo/

Example

Este proyecto es un quebradero de cabeza para todos.

This project is a headache for everyone.

Illustration for quebradero (headache)

How to say “headache” in Spanish

“Headache” in Spanish is quebradero.

A persistent source of worry or trouble.

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

Example sentences with quebradero

Arreglar la contabilidad fue un quebradero de cabeza el mes pasado.

Fixing the accounting was a headache last month.

Tips for using quebradero

  • Used mainly in the set phrase 'quebradero de cabeza' to mean a bothersome problem rather than a literal medical headache, and often pluralized as 'quebraderos de cabeza'.

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