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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