gordos
“gordos” means “fat” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fat, thick
Also: big, greasy
📝 In Action
Mis perros están un poco gordos.
A1My dogs are a little fat.
Pásame esos libros gordos de la estantería.
A1Pass me those thick books from the shelf.
Cometimos unos errores gordos en el examen.
B1We made some big mistakes on the exam.
fat guys, the big ones
Also: pals
📝 In Action
¡Hola, gordos! ¿Cómo estáis?
A2Hey, guys! How are you doing?
Esos gordos son mis primos.
A2Those big guys are my cousins.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: gordos
Question 1 of 2
If you are describing two thick textbooks, which word should you use?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'gurdus', which used to mean someone who was heavy, slow, or even a bit clumsy.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'gordos' always an insult?
No! In many Spanish-speaking cultures, it is frequently used as a term of endearment among family and close friends, similar to 'sweetie' or 'honey', though it should still be used with caution around people you don't know well.
Does 'gordos' only refer to weight?
Not at all. It can describe anything thick or large, like a big prize in the lottery or a very thick book.