war zone

An area where active fighting is taking place in a war, or a place characterized by extreme conflict, danger, or disorder.

• 🇪🇸Zona donde se desarrollan combates activos, o un lugar marcado por conflicto extremo, peligro o desorden.

1. Area of active conflict B2 formal

   A geographical area where armed fighting or military conflict is taking place.

   • The journalists were reporting from a dangerous war zone.
   • Many civilians have fled the war zone to seek safety.
   • The city has become a war zone after months of fighting.

   🇪🇸zona de guerra

2. Chaotic or dangerous place B2 informal

   A place that is extremely chaotic, dangerous, or disorderly, often used metaphorically.

   • The kitchen looked like a war zone after the party.
   • The stock market floor can feel like a war zone during a crash.
   • The playground turned into a war zone when the kids started fighting.

   🇪🇸zona de guerra