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escándalo means scandal — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: April 1, 2026

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escándalo

noun • /[es-KAN-da-lo]/

scandal

Example:

El político estuvo envuelto en un escándalo.

The politician was involved in a scandal.

🧠 What does escándalo mean?

An 'escándalo' refers to a disgraceful event or action that causes public outrage, shock, or disapproval. It can also describe a sensation or commotion caused by something surprising or scandalous. While often associated with serious moral or social transgressions, the term can also be used humorously to describe something that is dramatically or unexpectedly upsetting, even if on a smaller scale.

📚 Extra examples

  • La renuncia del ministro causó un gran escándalo político.
    The minister's resignation caused a big political scandal.
  • ¡Vaya escándalo se armó en la reunión por esa pequeña diferencia de opinión!
    What a commotion arose in the meeting over that small difference of opinion!
  • El comportamiento de la celebridad generó un escándalo mediático.
    The celebrity's behavior generated a media scandal.
  • No me esperaba este escándalo por un pastel quemado.
    I didn't expect such a fuss over a burnt cake.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'escándalo' comes from the Latin 'scandalum,' which itself derives from the Greek word 'skandalon.' Originally, 'skandalon' referred to a trap, snare, or stumbling block, reflecting the idea of something that causes one to fall or be offended.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "escándalo"

Synonyms: comunicado, alboroto, revuelo, motín, tumulto, ruido, bullicio, conmoción
Opposites: calma, tranquilidad, paz, armonía, orden

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'scandal' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'scandal' is 'escándalo'.
How do you pronounce 'escándalo' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is es-CAN-dah-loh. The stress is on the second syllable, 'CAN'.
How do you use 'escándalo' in a sentence?
'Escándalo' is a noun and is used similarly to how 'scandal' is used in English. It can refer to the event itself or the commotion it causes. For example: 'El escándalo afectó la reputación del político.' (The scandal affected the politician's reputation.)
What is the English translation of 'escándalo'?
The primary English translation of 'escándalo' is 'scandal'.
Does 'escándalo' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'escándalo' is a masculine noun. Its plural form is 'escándalos'.
Is 'escándalo' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'escándalo' is a common word used in both formal and informal contexts to discuss events that cause public outrage or significant commotion.
Does 'escándalo' have slang or double meanings?
While its core meaning is 'scandal,' it can be used informally with a slightly humorous or exaggerated tone to describe a commotion or a dramatic reaction to something, even if it's not a true scandal. For instance, a loud argument could be humorously referred to as 'un escándalo'.
Is 'escándalo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The core meaning of 'escándalo' is consistent across Spanish-speaking regions. Regional variations might appear in the specific types of events that are considered scandalous or in the idiomatic expressions used around the word.

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