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ira

ee-rah

nounfB1
anger?intense feeling of displeasure,wrath?formal or literary term for great anger
Also:fury?violent, uncontrollable anger,rage?a fit of violent anger

📝 In Action

Sentí una gran ira cuando descubrí la mentira.

B1

I felt great anger when I discovered the lie.

Su rostro se puso rojo de ira.

A2

His face turned red with rage.

La ira es una emoción difícil de controlar si no se maneja a tiempo.

B2

Anger is a difficult emotion to control if it is not handled in time.

Los dioses antiguos a menudo manifestaban su ira con tormentas.

C1

The ancient gods often manifested their wrath with storms.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • rabia (rage, fury (often more physical))
  • enojo (annoyance, displeasure (less intense than ira))
  • furia (fury)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • ataque de ira – fit of rage
  • sentir ira – to feel anger
  • cegado por la ira – blinded by rage

Idioms & Expressions

  • estar hecho una ira – to be absolutely furious

💡 Grammar Points

Gender and Articles

Since 'ira' is a feminine word, it always uses the feminine article 'la' (la ira). Unlike words like 'agua' or 'águila' which use 'el' for sound reasons, 'ira' is standard.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Intensity Confusion

Mistake: "Using 'ira' for mild annoyance."

Correction: 'Ira' means intense fury or wrath. For everyday annoyance, use 'enojo' or 'molestia'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal vs. Informal

'Ira' often sounds more formal or literary than 'rabia' or 'enojo.' Use 'ira' when discussing the concept of anger or describing a deep, powerful emotion.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: ira

Question 1 of 2

Which Spanish word describes a less intense feeling of displeasure than 'ira'?

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Word Family

iracundo(irate, wrathful) - adjective
airarse(to get angry (less common)) - verb

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'ira' feminine or masculine?

'Ira' is always feminine. You must use 'la ira' (the anger) and 'mucha ira' (a lot of anger).

How is 'ira' different from 'rabia'?

Both mean intense anger. 'Ira' is often used to describe the emotion itself (the state of being angry), while 'rabia' often emphasizes the violent or physical manifestation of that anger (like shouting or throwing things).