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A2 noun #3,200 most common 2 min read

disgusto

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§ Understanding 'disgusto'

The Spanish word 'disgusto' (masculine noun) is useful for expressing a feeling of being upset, displeasure, or even annoyance. It's not usually as strong as 'anger' but definitely means things aren't going smoothly. Think of it as a significant 'ugh' moment.

Definition: Upset, displeasure, annoyance.

§ Common ways to use 'disgusto'

There are a few key phrases and structures you'll often hear with 'disgusto'. Let's break them down.

Tener un disgusto: This literally means 'to have an upset' or 'to have a displeasure'. It's a very common way to say someone is experiencing a problem or a bad situation.

Mi hermano tuvo un disgusto en el trabajo.

Translation hint: My brother had an upset/a problem at work.

Llevarse un disgusto: This phrase means 'to get an upset' or 'to suffer a displeasure'. It often implies receiving bad news or experiencing something unpleasant that causes you emotional distress.

Me llevé un gran disgusto cuando oí las noticias.

Translation hint: I got a big upset (was very displeased) when I heard the news.

Causar un disgusto (a alguien): This means 'to cause an upset' or 'to cause displeasure (to someone)'. You are the agent making someone else unhappy.

No quiero causarle ningún disgusto.

Translation hint: I don't want to cause him/her any upset.

Estar con disgusto / Estar de disgusto: These mean 'to be upset' or 'to be displeased'. They describe someone's current emotional state.

Ella está con disgusto por la decisión.

Translation hint: She is upset about the decision.

Hoy estoy de disgusto.

Translation hint: Today I am displeased/upset.

§ 'Disgusto' with prepositions

When specifying the reason for the upset, you'll often use 'por' or 'con'.

Disgusto por: Upset/displeasure *because of* something.

Sentí un disgusto por su actitud.

Translation hint: I felt displeasure because of his attitude.

Disgusto con: Upset/displeasure *with* someone or something.

Tuve un disgusto con mi vecino.

Translation hint: I had an upset/a problem with my neighbor.

Examples by Level

Me causó mucho disgusto su comentario.

His comment caused me a lot of displeasure.

Para evitar disgustos, es mejor ser honesto desde el principio.

To avoid upsets, it's better to be honest from the beginning.

Hubo un pequeño disgusto por la factura, pero se resolvió.

There was a small upset about the bill, but it was resolved.

No quiero darte un disgusto, pero tengo que decirte algo.

I don't want to give you bad news/upset you, but I have to tell you something.

Su disgusto era evidente en su rostro.

Her displeasure was evident on her face.

Tuvimos un disgusto familiar por la herencia.

We had a family disagreement/unpleasantness over the inheritance.

El anuncio de su partida le causó un gran disgusto.

The announcement of his departure caused him great upset.

Superar el disgusto requiere tiempo y paciencia.

Overcoming the displeasure requires time and patience.

Test Yourself 12 questions

multiple choice A2

Which word best describes how someone feels when they experience a 'disgusto'?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: sad

'Disgusto' means upset or displeasure, which is most closely related to feeling sad.

multiple choice A2

If you have a 'disgusto' with a friend, what are you likely experiencing?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: a disagreement or unpleasant situation

A 'disgusto' with someone implies an unpleasant situation or disagreement.

multiple choice A2

Choose the sentence where 'disgusto' is used correctly:

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: Me dio un disgusto cuando perdió mi equipo. (It gave me an upset when my team lost.)

This sentence correctly uses 'disgusto' to express displeasure or upset.

true false A2

If someone says 'Estoy disgustado', they are likely feeling happy.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

'Estoy disgustado' means 'I am upset' or 'I am displeased', so they are not happy.

true false A2

A 'disgusto' can be a small annoyance or a significant upset.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

'Disgusto' can refer to a range of unpleasant feelings, from minor annoyance to significant displeasure.

true false A2

You would use 'disgusto' to describe a delicious meal.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

'Disgusto' means displeasure, so it would not be used to describe something enjoyable like a delicious meal.

listening A2

What happened with my sister?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: Tuve un disgusto con mi hermana.