How to Say "bloodthirsty" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “bloodthirsty” is “carnicero” — B2 level.
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adjectiveB2
Figurative: describing someone or something cruel or ruthless.
Examples
El perro tiene un instinto carnicero cuando caza.
The dog has a butchering/vicious instinct when hunting.
Usó un cuchillo carnicero para cortar el jamón.
He used a butchering knife to cut the ham.
Agreement
As an adjective, 'carnicero' must match the thing it describes in number (singular/plural) and gender (masculine/feminine). For example, 'una acción carnicera' (a ruthless action).
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