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How to Say "He fainted" in Spanish
Use 'Se desmayó' to report someone suddenly losing consciousness in Spanish.
Se desmayó
seh des-mah-YOHneutral
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This is what you say when someone suddenly collapses and loses consciousness, like if they faint from heat or a sudden shock. It's a direct way to report the event to others.
Alternatives
- Perdió el conocimientoMore formal and descriptive, literally 'lost consciousness'.
- Se ha desmayadoUsed when the fainting just happened and is still relevant to the present.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'desmayar' with 'desmayo'
'Desmayar' is the verb 'to faint', while 'desmayo' is the noun 'faint'.
Incorrect pronoun
Always use 'se' with 'desmayar' when someone faints; it's a reflexive verb.
Frequently asked
what does se desmayo mean?
It means 'he/she/it fainted' or 'you (formal) fainted'. It describes someone suddenly losing consciousness.
how to say he fainted in spanish?
The most common way is 'Se desmayó'. This is a straightforward and widely understood phrase.
is se desmayo formal or informal?
It's a neutral phrase that works in most situations. You can use it with friends or when speaking to medical professionals.
