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estupidez

es-too-pee-DES

nounfB1
stupidity?The quality or state of being foolish,foolishness?General lack of sense or judgment
Also:stupid thing?A specific action or comment that was foolish,idiocy?Stronger term for profound lack of sense

📝 In Action

No puedo creer la estupidez que dijo en la reunión.

B1

I can't believe the stupid thing (or foolish remark) he said in the meeting.

La estupidez humana a veces me sorprende.

B2

Human stupidity sometimes surprises me.

Cometimos una estupidez al salir sin paraguas.

B1

We committed a foolish act by leaving without an umbrella.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • tontería (nonsense, silliness)
  • idiotez (idiocy)
  • necedad (folly)

Antonyms

  • inteligencia (intelligence)
  • sensatez (sensibility, common sense)

Common Collocations

  • una gran estupidez – a great piece of stupidity
  • cometer una estupidez – to commit a foolish act

💡 Grammar Points

Gender Rule for -ez

Most Spanish nouns that end in -ez are feminine, like 'estupidez' and 'rapidez' (speed). Always use 'la' or 'una' with them.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using the wrong gender

Mistake: "El estupidez"

Correction: La estupidez. Remember that this noun is feminine, so use the article 'la'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Abstract vs. Concrete Use

'Estupidez' can refer to the general quality (abstract) or a specific foolish action/comment (concrete). When talking about a specific action, you usually use the indefinite article: 'una estupidez'.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: estupidez

Question 1 of 2

If you want to say 'He said something very foolish,' which option uses 'estupidez' correctly?

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Word Family

estúpido(stupid (adjective)) - adjective
estúpidamente(stupidly (adverb)) - adverb

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'estupidez' a strong or offensive word?

It is a standard word for 'stupidity,' but like its English equivalent, using it to directly describe a person or their actions can be insulting. It is generally safe for describing situations or abstract concepts, but be cautious when applying it to individuals.

Does 'estupidez' have a plural form?

Yes, the plural is 'estupideces.' You would use it when talking about multiple foolish actions (e.g., 'Cometieron varias estupideces' - They committed several foolish acts).