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How to Say "bombshell" in Spanish

The Spanish word forbombshellis bombaB2 level.

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bomba

nounB2informal
shocking or surprising news
A cartoon character reacting with extreme shock, indicated by wide eyes and an open mouth, dropping a rolled scroll onto the floor.

Examples

La renuncia del jefe fue una bomba en la oficina.

The boss's resignation was a bombshell in the office.

El periódico anunció la noticia bomba en la portada.

The newspaper announced the sensational news (the bombshell) on the front page.

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