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“hostility” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/enemisˈtað/

Example

Nuestra enemistad comenzó por un malentendido.

Our hostility began over a misunderstanding.

Illustration for enemistad (hostility)

How to say “hostility” in Spanish

“Hostility” in Spanish is enemistad.

A lasting state of enmity characterized by distrust and recurring conflict.

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

Example sentences with enemistad

No quería guardar enemistad contra nadie.

He didn't want to harbor hostility toward anyone.

Tips for using enemistad

  • In conversation enemistad sounds weighty and is common in formal, literary, or news contexts, while discusión or pelea fit ordinary quarrels.

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