No. 11,062 in Spanish
dureza
Hardness; toughness; harshness.
In a sentence
La dureza de la roca impide que se rompa fácilmente.
The hardness of the rock prevents it from breaking easily.
Here, 'dureza' refers to the physical property of hardness in materials, emphasizing its resistance to damage.
Su dureza emocional le ayuda a superar los momentos difíciles.
His emotional toughness helps him overcome difficult times.
In this context, 'dureza' metaphorically signifies emotional resilience or toughness, highlighting an individual's capacity to endure challenges.
La dureza de sus palabras lastimó sus sentimientos.
The harshness of his words hurt their feelings.
Here, 'dureza' indicates the sharp or severe nature of spoken words, showing its use to describe interpersonal interactions and their impact.
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