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How to Say "onslaught" in Spanish

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bombardeo

/bom-bar-DEH-oh//bombarˈdeo/

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Use 'bombardeo' when 'onslaught' refers to an overwhelming quantity or a continuous stream of something, especially information or requests.
A person standing as many colorful envelopes and speech bubbles rain down around them.

Examples

Recibí un bombardeo de preguntas después de la presentación.

I received an onslaught of questions after the presentation.

Sufro un bombardeo de correos todos los lunes.

I suffer a barrage of emails every Monday.

El bombardeo publicitario en las redes sociales es increíble.

The advertising onslaught on social media is incredible.

Los periodistas iniciaron un bombardeo de preguntas al ministro.

The journalists started a barrage of questions at the minister.

Using 'de'

Just like in English, use the word 'de' (of) after 'bombardeo' to specify what is overwhelming you (e.g., bombardeo de ideas).

Intensity Level

invasión

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Choose 'invasión' when 'onslaught' describes a fierce, destructive, or unwelcome attack or presence, often by a large number of things or beings.

Examples

La casa sufrió una invasión de hormigas durante el verano.

The house suffered an onslaught of ants during the summer.

Quantity vs. Force

Learners often confuse 'bombardeo' and 'invasión' by using 'invasión' for mere large quantities. Remember that 'bombardeo' is best for an overwhelming *amount*, while 'invasión' implies a more aggressive or unwelcome *force* or presence.

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