Translation of Spanish word "celos" to English
celos
/θeˈlox/
Meaning
Nouna feeling of discontent and resentment, especially because of a desire for something that is not available.
How to use
Celos ('jealousy / window blinds') is a masculine plural noun. Tener celos de — To be jealous of. Ataque de celos — Fit of jealousy.
🇬🇧 English
jealousy
Example
Los celos de su marido eran insoportables.
Her husband's jealousy was unbearable.
Estaba consumido por los celos y la rabia.
He was consumed by jealousy and rage.
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- tener celos— to be jealous
- por celos— out of jealousy
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What does the Spanish word "celos" mean?▼
The Spanish word "celos" means "jealousy" in English.
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