bloodshed
word
/ˈbɫədˌʃɛd/
/blˈʌdʃɛd/
Definition
Bloodshed refers to situations where people are hurt or killed, often in violence, war, or conflict.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally or in news/literary contexts, not daily conversation. Strongly associated with violence, wars, or major conflicts. Do not use to describe minor injuries or accidents.
Spanish: derramamiento de sangrePortuguese (BR): derramamento de sanguePortuguese (PT): derramamento de sangueChinese (Simplified): 流血Chinese (Traditional): 流血Hindi: खूनखराबाArabic: إراقة الدماءBengali: রক্তপাত - রক্তক্ষয়Russian: кровопролитиеJapanese: 流血Vietnamese: đổ máuKorean: 유혈 사태Turkish: kan dökülmesiUrdu: خونریزیIndonesian: pertumpahan darah
Example Sentences
The protest ended in bloodshed.
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The war caused a lot of bloodshed.
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People prayed for peace and no more bloodshed.
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After years of bloodshed, the two sides finally signed a peace agreement.
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Political leaders warned that new violence could lead to more bloodshed.
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We all hope to resolve conflicts without bloodshed.
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