What is the Spanish word for "evil"?

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

English

evil

Spanish

malvada

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Alternative translations of "evil"

mal
maldad
maligno
demoníaco

Examples of how to use "evil" in Spanish

English
An evil witch lived in the dark forest.
Spanish
Una bruja malvada vivía en el bosque oscuro.
English
The villain's plan was truly evil.
Spanish
El plan del villano era verdaderamente malvado.
English
Some stories warn about evil intentions.
Spanish
Algunas historias advierten sobre intenciones malvadas.
English
He struggled with his evil choices.
Spanish
Luchaba con sus decisiones malvadas.
English
They feared the evil lurking outside.
Spanish
Temían al mal acechando afuera.

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