How to Say "squeamishness" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “squeamishness” is “escrúpulo” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
physical disgust or revulsion
Examples
Me da escrúpulo usar los cubiertos de este restaurante tan sucio.
It makes me squeamish to use the silverware in this dirty restaurant.
No sientas escrúpulo, la comida está perfectamente limpia.
Don't feel disgusted; the food is perfectly clean.
Siente escrúpulo ante la sangre.
He feels squeamish at the sight of blood.
The 'Dar' Pattern
Just like 'me gusta' or 'me da asco,' we say 'me da escrúpulo' to say something makes us feel squeamish.
Escrúpulo vs Asco
Mistake: “Me da escrúpulo esa película de miedo.”
Correction: Me da asco/miedo. Use 'escrúpulo' specifically for hygiene, blood, or things that make you feel physically picky or hesitant to touch them.
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