This is the 2200th most frequent Spanish word.
fatiga
Fatigue or extreme tiredness.
In this context, 'fatiga' is used metaphorically to describe wear and tear in mechanical or inanimate objects due to prolonged use.
El motor empezó a mostrar signos de fatiga después de años de uso.
The engine began to show signs of fatigue after years of use.
In this sentence, 'fatiga' is used to describe physical exhaustion following an activity, indicating a state of tiredness.
Después de la larga caminata, sentí una gran fatiga.
After the long walk, I felt great fatigue.
Here, 'fatiga' refers to a metaphorical condition of weariness, often associated with mental or emotional strain.