descarado
“descarado” means “shameless” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
shameless
Also: cheeky, blatant
📝 In Action
Es un niño muy descarado.
A2He is a very cheeky boy.
Esa fue una mentira descarada.
B1That was a blatant lie.
Me parece un robo descarado cobrar tanto por un café.
B2It seems like a blatant robbery to charge so much for a coffee.
shameless person
Also: cheeky person
📝 In Action
¡Qué descarado! Se coló en la fila.
B1What a nerve! He cut in line.
No seas descarada y devuélveme el dinero.
B1Don't be shameless and give me the money back.
Ese descarado siempre llega tarde y no se disculpa.
B2That shameless guy always arrives late and doesn't apologize.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "descarado" in Spanish:
blatant→cheeky→cheeky person→shameless→shameless person→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: descarado
Question 1 of 3
How would you describe a 'blatant lie' in Spanish?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the prefix 'des-' (meaning 'without' or 'away') and the word 'cara' (face). It literally describes someone who has 'lost their face,' meaning they no longer have the dignity or shame that makes them hide their bad behavior.
First recorded: 17th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'descarado' a swear word?
No, it is not a swear word. It's a descriptive word that can be an insult or a playful comment depending on your tone of voice.
What is the difference between 'descarado' and 'sinvergüenza'?
'Sinvergüenza' is often a bit stronger and literally means 'without shame.' 'Descarado' focuses more on the boldness or the 'nerve' of the person.
Can I use 'descarado' to describe an object?
Usually, it describes people or their actions (like a lie or a theft), rather than physical objects like a table or a car.