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How to Say "low blow" in Spanish

The Spanish word forlow blowis puñaladaB2 level.

English → SpanishB2
nounB2informal
an unfair or cruel comment
A person in a green shirt holding a hidden dagger behind their back while smiling at a friend.

Examples

Tu mentira fue una puñalada para mi corazón.

Your lie was a stab to my heart.

Que me despidieran sin aviso fue una puñalada por la espalda.

Getting fired without notice was a stab in the back.

Sus palabras fueron una puñalada.

Her words were a real blow.

Using 'para'

When saying a betrayal was a blow 'to' someone, use 'para'. Example: 'Fue una puñalada para él'.

Describing Feelings

This word is perfect for describing sudden, sharp emotional pain that feels almost physical.

Translating 'Backstabbing' directly

Mistake:Él es un puñalador de espalda.

Correction: Él me dio una puñalada por la espalda.

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