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No. 10,573 in Spanish

cruel

"Cruel" means showing indifference or causing pain or suffering to others; harsh or merciless.

In a sentence

  • Es cruel dejar a un amigo en necesidad.

    It is cruel to leave a friend in need.

    The word 'cruel' here is used to describe a morally harsh and insensitive action.

  • El invierno puede ser cruel con los animales sin hogar.

    Winter can be cruel to homeless animals.

    The term 'cruel' is utilized to depict the severe and harsh nature of a situation.

  • Sus comentarios fueron crueles y dañinos.

    His comments were cruel and hurtful.

    In this context, 'cruel' refers to the harmful intention behind words or actions.

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