Basic Insults · Spanish
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Spanish · Español
Translation
imbécil
Romanization
imbécil
Pronunciation
eem-beh-seel
When to use it
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Spanish, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
imbécil — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "jerk".
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FAQ
You say "imbécil" in Spanish. The romanized form is "imbécil", and a simple pronunciation cue is "eem-beh-seel".
This entry is marked as offensive. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "eem-beh-seel" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "imbécil".
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Spanish, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.