problemas de ira
/pɾoblemas de iɾa/from spelling rules
The English phrase "anger issues" is translated into Spanish as problemas de ira.
This phrase describes a tendency to become unexpectedly or excessively angry.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of problemas (problems/issues) and de ira (of anger).
Which one should you use?
Trastornos de la ira specifically refers to "anger disorders," and Dificultades de controlar el enojo translates to "difficulties in controlling anger." On an informal level, you might use Problemas de enojo or the colloquial problemas de mal genio to describe someone with a bad temper.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The expression problemas de mal genio is a common colloquial way to describe anger issues in many Spanish-speaking regions.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun problemas is plural, which indicates the phrase refers to multiple instances or a general condition of issues.
How do you pronounce it?
/pɾoblemas de iɾa/
Did you know?
- The term mal genio reflects an ancient belief that a person's disposition was governed by a genio or guardian spirit. If the spirit was unfavorable, the person suffered from chronic anger.
- Spanish uses the word genio to describe both a brilliant person and a person's mood. Because of this, tener un genio fuerte can be a compliment about someone's strong character or a warning about their anger issues.
- The word ira is a direct cognate of the English word 'ire'. While 'ire' is rare and poetic in modern English, ira remains a standard term in Spanish medical and formal contexts.
Examples in context
- Es fundamental buscar ayuda profesional si tienes problemas de ira.It's essential to seek professional help if you have anger problems.
- Intenta expresarte calmadamente cuando hables de tus problemas de enojo.Try to express yourself calmly when talking about your anger issues.
- Él tiene problemas de ira y eso afecta su trabajo.He has anger issues and that affects his work.
- Él tiene problemas de ira.He has anger issues.
- No quiero hablar de sus problemas de ira.I don't want to talk about his anger issues.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a former coworker at a café.
- Lucía¿Por qué renunció Daniel?Why did Daniel quit?
- DanielTenía muchos problemas de ira en la oficina.He had many anger issues in the office.
- LucíaEs una lástima, era muy inteligente.It's a shame, he was very intelligent.
- DanielSí, pero su carácter era difícil.Yes, but his character was difficult.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, ira, CC BY-SA 4.0.
