What is the Spanish word for "desperation"?

Learn how to say "desperation" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

desperation

Spanish

desesperación

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Alternative translations of "desperation"

desespero

Examples of how to use "desperation" in Spanish

English
In his desperation he made a bad choice.
Spanish
En su desesperación tomó una mala decisión.
English
She called for help in pure desperation.
Spanish
Ella pidió ayuda con pura desesperación.
English
He searched the house in desperation last night.
Spanish
Anoche buscó en la casa con desesperación.
English
They acted out of desperation and fear.
Spanish
Actuaron por desesperación y miedo.
English
In desperation, she accepted the risky offer.
Spanish
En desesperación, aceptó la oferta arriesgada.

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In his desperation he made a bad choice.

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