This is the 13302nd most frequent Spanish word.
puñalada
"Puñalada" means "stab" or "stabbing with a dagger."
In this context, 'puñalada' metaphorically refers to a sudden and intense emotional pain, such as sadness or grief.
Sentí una puñalada de dolor al escuchar la noticia.
I felt a stab of pain upon hearing the news.
Here, 'puñalada' metaphorically describes an act of betrayal or deceit, emphasizing the emotional impact on the person affected.
Su traición fue una verdadera puñalada por la espalda.
His betrayal was a true stab in the back.
Here, 'puñalada' refers to a literal stab or wound inflicted by a knife or sharp object, indicating an act of physical injury.