estrés
“estrés” means “stress” in Spanish (mental or emotional strain).
stress
Also: strain, pressure
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Tengo mucho estrés por los exámenes finales.
A2I have a lot of stress because of final exams.
Necesito una semana de vacaciones para reducir el estrés.
B1I need a week of vacation to reduce the stress.
El estrés crónico puede tener graves repercusiones en la salud física.
C1Chronic stress can have serious repercussions on physical health.
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Quick Quiz: estrés
Question 1 of 2
Which verb is most commonly used to express that you are experiencing stress?
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📚 Etymology▼
This is a modern loanword, adopted directly from the English word 'stress' (which itself came from Old French 'estresse'). It entered Spanish lexicon relatively recently, reflecting the growing awareness of psychological tension.
First recorded: Mid-20th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'estrés' masculine or feminine?
It is always masculine. You must use 'el estrés' (the stress).
How do you form the verb meaning 'to stress someone out'?
The verb is 'estresar.' For example, 'Mi jefe me estresa' (My boss stresses me out).