This is the 3858th most frequent Spanish word.
suspenso
"Suspenso" in English means "suspense" or "failing grade," depending on context.
Here, 'suspenso' is used to describe a feeling or state of excitement and uncertainty about what might happen next.
El libro estuvo lleno de suspenso hasta el final.
The book was full of suspense until the end.
In this context, 'suspenso' refers to a failing grade, indicating the student did not achieve the minimum required score.
En el examen, obtuve un suspenso por no responder las preguntas correctamente.
In the exam, I received a failing grade for not answering the questions correctly.
Here, 'suspenso' describes a moment of pause or anticipation before revealing an outcome.