How to Say "Menace" in Spanish

amenaza

/ameˈnaθa/feminine

The English word menace is translated into Spanish as amenaza.

The word amenaza is used to describe a perceived threat or danger. It can refer to both a physical danger and a verbal threat.

Meaning: perceived threat or danger (noun)

Related words

amenaza is a feminine noun. Its plural form is amenazas, which means threats.

/ameˈnaθa/

While English speakers often use 'menace' to describe a mischievous child, using amenaza in Spanish for a person will make them sound like a serious criminal or a physical danger.
Spanish has a specific legal term called amenaza velada, which refers to a 'veiled threat' where the danger is implied rather than explicitly stated.
In some Spanish dialects, the word amenazar can also be used metaphorically to describe the weather, such as when dark clouds 'threaten' a storm.

Tú eres una amenaza.
You're a menace.
This sentence is useful for saying someone is a menace.
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Ellos nos consideran una amenaza.
They consider us a menace.
This sentence is useful for describing how others perceive a group as a menace.
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El conductor imprudente representa una amenaza en las calles
The reckless driver represents a menace on the roads
La empresa fue amenazada con acciones legales
The company was threatened with legal action
Ese perro es un peligro para los niños
That dog is a menace to children
La multitud enojada representaba una amenaza para la seguridad pública.
The angry crowd posed a menace to public safety.
Los rumores amenazaban la reputación de la actriz.
The rumors were menacing the actress's reputation.
En algunos barrios, los graffitis son considerados una amenaza a la propiedad privada.
In some neighborhoods, graffiti is seen as a menace to private property.
La tormenta es una amenaza constante.
The storm is a constant threat.
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Alejandro and Elena are discussing a local security issue.

Alejandro

Ese ladrón es una amenaza para el barrio.
That thief is a threat to the neighborhood.
Elena

Es verdad, Alejandro, debemos tener cuidado.
It's true, Alejandro, we must be careful.
Alejandro

¿Has llamado a la policía?
Have you called the police?
Elena

Sí, ya les avisé.
Yes, I already told them.

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