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How to Say "turmoil" in Spanish

The Spanish word forturmoilis tormentaB2 level.

English → SpanishB2
nounB2
state of great confusion or trouble
A storybook illustration of a simple character having an emotional outburst, shown by a volatile, jagged cloud of red and yellow lines erupting forcefully from the top of their head.

Examples

Su renuncia provocó una tormenta política en el país.

His resignation caused a political storm (crisis) in the country.

Ella tuvo una tormenta de lágrimas después de la noticia.

She had an outburst of tears after the news.

La empresa atraviesa una tormenta financiera.

The company is going through a financial crisis/turmoil.

Figurative Use

This meaning uses 'tormenta' as a strong metaphor, similar to English, to describe chaotic situations or intense feelings.

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