sangriento
“sangriento” means “bloody” in Spanish (covered in blood or involving much bloodshed).
bloody
Also: gory, bloodstained
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El boxeador salió del ring con el rostro sangriento.
B1The boxer left the ring with a bloody face.
Fue una batalla sangrienta que duró varios días.
B2It was a bloody battle that lasted several days.
No me gustan las películas de terror porque son muy sangrientas.
B1I don't like horror movies because they are very gory.
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From the Latin 'sanguis' (blood). The suffix '-iento' is added to nouns in Spanish to mean 'full of' or 'having the quality of' that thing.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'sangriento' and 'sangrante'?
'Sangriento' usually describes the result (covered in blood) or a violent event. 'Sangrante' describes something that is currently in the process of bleeding.
Does 'sangriento' always mean something bad?
Generally, yes. It is almost always associated with injury, violence, or horror.
Can I use 'sangriento' to describe a person?
If you mean they are covered in blood, yes. If you mean they like violence, use 'sanguinario' (bloodthirsty).