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frustración

frustration

noun froos-trah-SYOHN Rare

Usage Note

Frustración is the emotional state of being blocked or thwarted. It is often followed by ante or por to name the cause: frustración ante la burocracia ('frustration with bureaucracy'). The related adjective frustrado describes the person, while frustrante describes the situation.

Examples

"Su frustración era evidente en el tono de voz."

Natural Translation

Her frustration was evident in her tone of voice.

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