bestias
/BESS-tyahss/
beasts
In this context, 'bestias' refers to large, powerful animals or mythical creatures.
bestias(noun)
beasts
?large animals or creatures
animals
?specifically those used for work or pack animals
📝 In Action
Las bestias salvajes se refugiaron en la cueva.
A2The wild beasts took shelter in the cave.
Cargaron la leña sobre las bestias.
B1They loaded the firewood onto the pack animals.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
Even though it refers to animals, this word is always feminine ('las bestias'), no matter the gender of the animals themselves.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender Trap
Mistake: "los bestias"
Correction: las bestias (even if you are talking about male animals or men, the word remains feminine).
⭐ Usage Tips
Historical Context
In rural Spain, you'll often hear 'bestias' referring specifically to mules or horses used for farm work.
The word 'bestias' can also describe people who are perceived as rough, wild, or uncivilized.
bestias(noun)
brutes
?people who are violent or uncivilized
savages
?people acting without reason or kindness
📝 In Action
¡No sean bestias! Coman con los cubiertos.
B1Don't be brutes! Eat with your silverware.
Esas bestias destruyeron el parque.
B2Those savages destroyed the park.
💡 Grammar Points
Describing People
When calling a group of people 'bestias', you always use 'unas' or 'las' because the word gender doesn't change to match the people.
⭐ Usage Tips
Be Careful!
This can be very insulting depending on the tone. Use it only when you really want to call out someone's bad behavior.
Colloquially, 'bestias' describes someone who is incredibly talented or a 'beast' at what they do.
📝 In Action
Ustedes son unas bestias jugando al fútbol.
B2You guys are beasts at playing soccer.
Mis hermanos son unas bestias con las matemáticas.
B2My brothers are absolute beasts at math.
💡 Grammar Points
Slang Structure
Typically used with the verb 'ser' (to be) to give someone a high compliment.
⭐ Usage Tips
Positive Vibe
Unlike the 'brute' meaning, in this context 'bestias' is a huge compliment. Context and tone of voice make the difference!
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: bestias
Question 1 of 2
If you call a group of male athletes 'unas bestias', are you being grammatically correct?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'bestias' always an insult?
Not anymore! While it can mean someone is rude or violent, in modern slang, it is a common way to tell someone they are incredibly talented or strong, similar to 'beast mode' in English.
Can I use 'bestia' for one person?
Yes, but this entry is for the plural 'bestias'. For one person, you would say 'una bestia'.