demoníaco
/demoˈniako/
The Spanish word for demonic is demoníaco.
The term demoníaco is used to describe things pertaining to evil spirits.
Meaning: Pertaining to evil spirits (adj)
Which one should you use?
While demoníaco is a direct translation, you can also use diabólico/a to mean diabolical or devilish, particularly when referring to devilish actions or individuals who appear possessed. For a more colloquial way to describe someone who is acting in a demonic manner or is possessed, you can use endemoniado/a.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. Use demoníaca for feminine singular nouns, demoníacos for masculine plural nouns and demoníacas for feminine plural nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/demoˈniako/
Did you know?
- The word demoníaco shares its ancestry with the Ancient Greek word daimoniakós, which originally referred to a spirit or divine power that was not necessarily evil.
- Calling a child un demonio is often a lighthearted way to describe them as energetic or mischievous.
- In Spanish, describing someone as un demonio (a demon) can actually be a compliment to their skill or tireless work ethic, meaning they are incredibly efficient or fast.
Examples in context
- El protagonista de la película fue poseído por un espíritu demoníaco.The protagonist of the movie was possessed by a demonic spirit.
- La niña poseída soltó una risa diabólica.The possessed girl let out a diabolical laugh.
- ¡Deja de ser un diablillo y limpia tu habitación!Stop being such a little devil and clean your room!
- Escuchamos un ruido demoníaco en el pasillo.We heard a demonic noise in the hallway.
- La película tiene un ambiente demoníaco.The movie has a demonic atmosphere.
- Esa pintura tiene un aspecto demoníaco.That painting has a demonic look.
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are watching a horror movie.
- ElenaMira ese personaje, tiene un aspecto demoníaco.Look at that character, he has a demonic look.
- AlejandroSí, da mucho miedo.Yes, it is very scary.
- ElenaCreo que es un demonio real.I think it is a real demon.
- AlejandroEspero que la película termine pronto.I hope the movie ends soon.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “demonic” translations and entries demoníaco, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries demoníaco, CC BY-SA 4.0.
