temible
“temible” means “fearsome” in Spanish (describing a person, animal, or threat).
fearsome
Also: dreaded, formidable
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El pirata tenía una reputación temible en todo el Caribe.
B1The pirate had a fearsome reputation throughout the Caribbean.
Mañana tenemos el temible examen final de matemáticas.
A2Tomorrow we have the dreaded final math exam.
Ese equipo de fútbol es un rival temible en su propio estadio.
B2That soccer team is a formidable rival in their own stadium.
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What is the best translation for 'un oponente temible'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'temibilis,' which was built from the verb 'temere' (to fear). It shares a root with the English word 'timid.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'temible' and 'miedoso'?
Temible describes something that *causes* fear (like a monster), while miedoso describes a person who *feels* fear easily (a scaredy-cat).
Is 'temible' always a bad thing?
Not necessarily! It can be a compliment in sports or competitions to describe someone so good that others are afraid to face them.
Does the word change for masculine or feminine nouns?
No, it stays the same. You can use 'temible' for both masculine and feminine words.