Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lastimar

verb

/las-ti-mar/

Definition

To feel pain or to regret something.

Examples

Me lastimé la pierna durante el partido. (I hurt my leg during the game.)
Espero que no te lastimes al caer. (I hope you don’t hurt yourself when you fall.)

Meaning

The term ‘lastimar’ refers to the act of causing pain to someone or oneself, either physically or emotionally. It can also mean to express sorrow for a mistake or unfortunate event.