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How to Say "discomfort" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “discomfort” is “molestia” — B2 level.

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NounB2
physical feeling of unease or slight pain
A child sitting uncomfortably on a bench, frowning and shifting due to a small object causing physical unease.

Examples

Después de correr, sentí una pequeña molestia en el tobillo.

After running, I felt a slight discomfort in my ankle.

Si la molestia persiste, debe consultar a un médico.

If the discomfort persists, you should consult a doctor.

Describing Physical Feelings

Use the verb 'sentir' (to feel) or 'tener' (to have) when talking about physical 'molestia': 'Siento una molestia' or 'Tengo una molestia'.

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