La Madrastra

Real World Example

The Spanish term "la madrastra" translates to "the stepmother" in English. To make it memorable, think of the fairy tale classic "Cinderella," where the stepmother is often portrayed as a "mad" character. Imagine a "mad rascal" as the stepmother who causes all sorts of mischief. When you hear "la madrastra," picture this "mad rascal" of a stepmother plotting her next scheme, just like in those classic tales. The "mad" in "madrastra" will remind you of the stepmother's notorious reputation in stories. 😈