Spanish Conversation · Level 141
43 words
Spanish word
cabreo
Pronunciation
IPA/kaˈβɾeo/
Meaning
- masculine nounanger
Example
Su cabreo fue evidente.
His anger was evident.
More examples
Tuvo un cabreo durante la reunión.
He had a fit of anger during the meeting.
Core concept
A sudden frown and raised voice.
Common phrases
tener un cabreo
have a fit of anger
montar un cabreo
kick up a fuss
un cabreo monumental
a massive fit of anger
Similar words
enfado: Broad anger or displeasure that may persist and influence mood.
irritación: Small, quick annoyance from minor irritations or inconveniences.
molestia: Bother or inconvenience that produces a feeling of discomfort.
fastidio: Irritation at a hassle or nuisance, typically a minor, lingering bother.
Definition in Spanish
Molestia o irritación momentánea que suele notarse en el rostro o en el tono de voz.
Word origin
A noun formed from the verb cabrear (cabra 'goat' + -ear), where comparison with goat behavior yielded a verb meaning to anger and the noun for a transient irritation.
Usage tips
- Cabreo is normally used as a noun with verbs like tener or pillar (tener un cabreo, pillar un cabreo), while cabreado is the adjective meaning angry.
Other meanings
- irritationnoun
Opposites
- calmacalmnoun
- tranquilidadserenitynoun
Related words
- cabrearmake angryverb
- cabreadoirateadjective