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"Battered" is a form of "battered", an adjective which is often translated as "maltratado". "Bruised" is a form of "bruised", an adjective which is often translated as "magullado". Learn more about the difference between "battered" and "bruised" below.
battered(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (abused)
a. maltratado
This center offers protection and therapy for battered women.Este centro ofrece protección y terapia a mujeres maltratadas.
2. (worn out)
b. estropeado (clothing)
John really needs to replace that battered jacket of his.John tiene que reemplazar esa chaqueta estropeada que tiene.
c. maltrecho
My grandma's living room was full of battered furniture.El living de mi abuela estaba lleno de muebles maltrechos.
bruised
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
c. con moretones
I came out of the game with bruised legs.Salí del partido con moretones en las piernas.
