dire
BrE /dɪə/ AmE /dɪr/
adjective en → es
used to describe something that gives directions or instructions, such as a sign or notice
indicativo, directivo
- a dire sign/poster
Collocations dire signs · dire instructions
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The hospital has clear and easy-to-read dire signs.
El hospital tiene señales indicativas claras y fáciles de leer.
used to describe a situation or place that is dangerous, unpleasant, or frightening
peligroso, desagradable, temible
- a dire situation/place
Collocations dire circumstances · dire conditions
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The city was in a dire state after the earthquake.
La ciudad estaba en un estado temible después del terremoto.