What is the Spanish word for "killer"?

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

English

killer

Spanish

asesino

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Alternative translations of "killer"

asesina
asesinato

Examples of how to use "killer" in Spanish

English
A serial killer was on the loose.
Spanish
Un asesino en serie estaba suelto.
English
The detective searched for the killer last night.
Spanish
El detective buscó al asesino anoche.
English
That spicy sauce is a real killer.
Spanish
Esa salsa picante es un verdadero asesino.
English
She called him a killer in anger.
Spanish
Ella le llamó asesino enojada.
English
A cold can be a silent killer.
Spanish
Un resfriado puede ser un asesino silencioso.

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