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give pause in Spanish

give pause in Spanish is dar en qué pensar, dar que pensar, hacer preocupar / detener.

give pause in Spanish

dar en qué pensar

verb

dar que pensar

verb

hacer preocupar / detener

verb

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common Spanish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "give pause" in Spanish?

"give pause" in Spanish is dar en qué pensar, dar que pensar, hacer preocupar / detener.

Are there other ways to say "give pause" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 3 translations listed for "give pause": dar en qué pensar, dar que pensar, hacer preocupar / detener.

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