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How to Say "horror" in Spanish

The Spanish word forhorroris horrorB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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horror

nounB1
extreme fear or dread
A simple illustration of a terrified child with wide eyes and a screaming mouth, shaking in fear.

Examples

Sentí un horror profundo al ver la casa abandonada.

I felt a deep horror upon seeing the abandoned house.

La película de horror nos mantuvo despiertos toda la noche.

The horror movie kept us awake all night.

El horror de la guerra es indescriptible.

The dread/horror of war is indescribable.

Gender Check

Remember that 'horror' is always masculine, so you must use 'el' or 'un': el horror.

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