asesina
“asesina” means “murderer” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
murderer, assassin
Also: killer
📝 In Action
La policía busca a la asesina que escapó anoche.
B1The police are looking for the female murderer who escaped last night.
Dicen que fue una asesina a sueldo, una profesional.
B2They say she was a hired assassin, a professional.
he/she murders, you murder
Also: murder!
📝 In Action
El villano asesina a su rival con un veneno rápido.
A2The villain murders his rival with a quick poison.
Si usted no lo hace, ¿quién asesina la esperanza?
B2If you don't do it, who kills the hope?
murderous
Also: killer
📝 In Action
Ella le lanzó una mirada asesina después del comentario.
B2She shot him a murderous look after the comment.
La enfermedad asesina es difícil de curar.
C1The deadly (murderous) disease is difficult to cure.
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Quick Quiz: asesina
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Which sentence uses 'asesina' as a noun?
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The word comes from the Spanish verb 'asesinar,' which entered the language via Arabic roots (specifically *ḥaššāšīn*). This term referred to a group of Nizari Ismailis in the Middle East known for political killings, leading to the modern meaning of 'assassin' or 'murderer.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'asesina' a serious word, or can it be used humorously?
While 'asesina' literally means 'murderer,' it is sometimes used humorously or figuratively, especially as an adjective (e.g., 'Tienes una mirada asesina,' meaning 'You have a killer look'). However, in formal contexts, it is a serious term related to crime.
What is the difference between 'asesina' and 'matadora'?
'Asesina' specifically refers to someone who commits murder (intentional, often planned killing). 'Matadora' is the general feminine term for 'killer' or 'slayer' and is often used for bullfighters or animals, or in a very broad sense of killing.