How to Say "madhouse" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “madhouse” is “manicomio” — B2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
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nounB2informal
referring to a chaotic or noisy place
Examples
¡Esta oficina es un manicomio los lunes por la mañana!
This office is a madhouse on Monday mornings!
Con cinco niños gritando, la casa era un manicomio.
With five kids screaming, the house was a madhouse.
Using 'Ser' for Descriptions
When saying a place 'is' a madhouse, always use the verb 'ser' (es un manicomio) because you are describing the nature of the situation at that moment.
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