How to Say "loathing" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “loathing” is “asco” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
El olor a pescado podrido me dio mucho asco.
The smell of rotten fish gave me a lot of disgust (made me feel sick).
¡Qué asco! No puedo creer que comiste eso.
How disgusting! I can't believe you ate that.
Siento asco por la crueldad animal.
I feel loathing (disgust) for animal cruelty.
Expressing Disgust (The 'Dar' Trick)
To say 'I am disgusted by X,' Spanish usually uses the verb 'dar' (to give) with the structure of 'Me da asco X' (X gives me disgust). It works just like 'gustar' (to like).
Using 'Estar' Incorrectly
Mistake: “Estoy asco.”
Correction: Me da asco. 'Asco' is a noun, not an adjective. You wouldn't say 'I am disgust.' Use 'Me da asco' (It gives me disgust) or 'Siento asco' (I feel disgust).
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