perturbador
“perturbador” means “disturbing” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
disturbing
Also: unsettling, troubling
📝 In Action
El silencio en aquel hospital abandonado era perturbador.
B1The silence in that abandoned hospital was disturbing.
Vimos un documental con imágenes muy perturbadoras sobre la guerra.
B2We saw a documentary with very disturbing images about the war.
Ese hombre tiene una mirada perturbadora que me da escalofríos.
C1That man has an unsettling look that gives me the creeps.
disturber
Also: disrupter
📝 In Action
La policía identificó al perturbador del orden público.
C1The police identified the disturber of public order.
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Words that translate to "perturbador" in Spanish:
disrupter→disturber→disturbing→troubling→unsettling→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: perturbador
Question 1 of 3
Which of these things is most likely to be described as 'perturbador'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'perturbatorem,' which refers to someone who throws things into total confusion or disorder.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'perturbador' just mean 'scary'?
Not exactly. While a scary movie is 'de miedo,' something 'perturbador' is often psychological. It’s that feeling when something is 'wrong' or 'creepy' rather than just a jump-scare.
Can I use this for a loud noise?
Yes, if the noise is eerie or makes you feel anxious, like a strange scratching sound at night. If it's just a loud, annoying truck, 'molesto' or 'ruidoso' is better.
Is it a common word?
It is intermediate-to-advanced level. You'll see it in movie reviews, news reports about crimes, or psychological discussions.