destruida
“destruida” means “destroyed” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
destroyed
Also: ruined, wrecked
📝 In Action
La casa quedó totalmente destruida por el incendio.
A2The house was totally destroyed by the fire.
Mi bicicleta está destruida y no tiene arreglo.
B1My bicycle is ruined and cannot be fixed.
devastated
Also: exhausted, heartbroken
📝 In Action
Ella quedó destruida después de la ruptura.
B1She was devastated after the breakup.
Estoy destruida tras correr el maratón.
B2I'm wiped out after running the marathon.
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Which sentence describes a woman who is very tired?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin verb 'destruere', which combines 'de-' (unmaking/down) and 'struere' (to build). It literally means to 'un-build' something.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'destruida' more formal than 'rota'?
Yes. While 'rota' just means 'broken,' 'destruida' implies total ruin or severe damage. It's more intense.
Can I use 'destruida' for a person's health?
Yes, it can be used to describe someone whose health has been severely damaged or ruined by habits or illness.