How to Say "grim" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “grim” is “negras” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
adjectiveB1neutral to literary
outlook, circumstances
Examples
Tras el accidente, las perspectivas de la empresa se volvieron negras.
After the accident, the company's prospects turned grim/dark.
Ella siempre tiene ideas negras cuando está estresada.
She always has dark/pessimistic ideas when she is stressed.
Figurative Extension
Just like in English, the color black is often linked to negativity, sadness, or danger. Use 'negras' to describe nouns like 'ideas,' 'intenciones,' or 'noticias' when they are bad.
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