estúpidos
“estúpidos” means “stupid” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
stupid
Also: foolish, silly
📝 In Action
Los comentarios que hicieron en la reunión fueron muy estúpidos.
A2The comments they made in the meeting were very stupid.
Cometieron errores estúpidos en el examen y perdieron puntos.
B1They made stupid mistakes on the exam and lost points.
idiots
Also: fools
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¡Cuidado, estúpidos! Hay un agujero en la calle.
B1Watch out, you idiots! There's a hole in the street.
Ellos son los estúpidos que no siguieron el mapa.
B2They are the fools who didn't follow the map.
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Words that translate to "estúpidos" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: estúpidos
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Which sentence uses 'estúpidos' as a noun?
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The word comes from the Latin term *stupidus*, which originally meant 'astonished' or 'stunned,' and later evolved to mean 'dull' or 'senseless.' The core idea is being mentally blocked or slow.
First recorded: 15th century (in Spanish as 'estúpido')
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'estúpidos' (masculine plural) describe a group of women and men?
In Spanish, the masculine plural form is the default used for any group that contains both male and female members. If the group were exclusively female, you would use 'estúpidas'.
Is 'estúpidos' considered a strong insult?
Yes, it is generally considered a strong insult. While it can sometimes be used jokingly between close friends, it often conveys genuine anger or contempt, especially when used in public or formal settings.