resaca
hangover
The Spanish word 'resaca' translates to 'hangover' in English. This term is commonly used to describe the unpleasant physical effects that follow the consumption of alcohol, such as a headache or stomach disorders. These effects may last for several hours or for more than a day.
Example sentences using: resaca
Tengo una resaca terrible hoy.
I have a terrible hangover today.
This phrase describes a person's physical condition after consuming too much alcohol, expressing their consequence as a 'terrible hangover'. In this case, 'resaca' is used to define the term 'hangover' in English.
La resaca empujó varios peces a la orilla.
The undertow pushed several fishes to the shore.
In this sentence, 'resaca' is used to refer to a powerful current (undertow) in the sea. This ‘resaca’ brought or pushed the fishes to the shore.
Después de la fiesta, la resaca me duró dos días.
After the party, the hangover lasted me two days.
Here, 'resaca' depicts the person's condition post-celebration. It states how the hangover from the party lingered for two days. It's another example where 'resaca' is used as 'hangover'.