How to Say "wreckage" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “wreckage” is “ruinas” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2
metaphorical destruction of a situation
Examples
Su vida estaba en ruinas después de perder su trabajo.
His life was in ruins after losing his job.
La economía del país quedó en ruinas.
The country's economy was left in ruins.
Figurative Use
Just like in English, you can use 'ruinas' to describe things that aren't physical buildings, like a relationship or a business.
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