What it's NOT
disgust does NOT translate to disgusto.
To say "disgusto" in English, use annoyance / upset.
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disgust
Does NOT mean disgusto
It means a strong feeling of revulsion
Written by Bryan López, English teacher · Updated
What it IS
disgust means a strong feeling of revulsion.
Why it's confused
Spanish "disgusto" is a mild discomfort or annoyance, like a minor setback. English "disgust" is revulsion or intense repulsion toward something unpleasant. The emotional intensity is much stronger in English.
How it's pronounced
disgustdis-GÁST
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Examples of correct use
English
She looked at the mess in disgust.
Spanish
Miró el desorden con asco.
English
The smell filled me with disgust.
Spanish
El olor me dio mucho asco.
A trick to remember it
Disgust = revulsion. A minor annoyance (Spanish "disgusto") = annoyance/upset.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "disgust" mean in English?
"Disgust" means "a strong feeling of revulsion". It looks a lot like "disgusto", which is exactly why it gets confused, but they don't mean the same thing.
How do you say "disgusto" in English?
To say "disgusto" in English, use "annoyance / upset". If you use "disgust" instead, you would actually be saying "a strong feeling of revulsion".
Do "disgust" and "disgusto" mean the same thing?
Spanish "disgusto" is a mild discomfort or annoyance, like a minor setback. English "disgust" is revulsion or intense repulsion toward something unpleasant. The emotional intensity is much stronger in English.
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