Spanish Word · Intermediate
afligir
to afflict
Pronunciation: /afliˈxiɾ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to afflict".
Example
¿Qué te aflije, pues, Señor?.... diviértete, alegra, y disipa tus males....
What afflicts you then, sir? Be happy, and dispel your ills.
Practice tips
- Practice afligir out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.