diablo rojo
/djablo ɾoxo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "red devil" is translated into Spanish as diablo rojo.
This phrase refers to a creature or character depicted as a red-colored demon.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, diablo is used as a mild exclamation of surprise or frustration, similar to 'damn' or 'shoot' in English.
- The word diablo traces its roots back to the Ancient Greek word diábolos, which literally means 'one who slanders' or 'accuser'.
- If you call a child un diablillo, you are not calling them evil, but rather describing them as a 'little rascal' who is being particularly playful or naughty.
Examples in context
- En la mitología, el demonio rojo simboliza el mal y la tentación.In mythology, the red devil symbolizes evil and temptation.
- El niño tiene miedo al diablo rojo.The boy is afraid of the red devil.
- Ese disfraz de diablo rojo es muy bueno.That red devil costume is very good.
- Vi un dibujo de un diablo rojo en el libro.I saw a drawing of a red devil in the book.
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are looking at a Halloween decoration shop.
- Daniel¿Te gusta ese diablo rojo de la ventana?Do you like that red devil in the window?
- ElenaNo, ese diablo rojo es un poco terrorífico.No, that red devil is a bit terrifying.
- DanielA mí me parece divertido para una fiesta.I think it looks fun for a party.
- ElenaTienes razón, Daniel, es muy llamativo.You are right, Daniel, it is very eye-catching.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries diablo, rojo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
