This is the 10658th most frequent Spanish word.
debacle
A sudden and complete failure; a disaster.
The word 'debacle' refers to a failure or collapse, often sudden or catastrophic, used here to explain an economic downturn.
La debacle económica afectó a muchas familias.
The economic debacle affected many families.
The word 'debacle' denotes a disastrous defeat, used in the context of sports to indicate a significant loss or setback.
El equipo sufrió una debacle en la final del torneo.
The team suffered a debacle in the tournament final.
Here, 'debacle' refers to a political crisis or breakdown, signifying turmoil or chaotic consequences in governance.