insoportable
“insoportable” means “obnoxious” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
obnoxious, annoying
Also: a pain in the neck
📝 In Action
Mi jefe es insoportable; siempre está gritando.
B1My boss is obnoxious; he is always yelling.
Su actitud arrogante se volvió insoportable para todos.
B2His arrogant attitude became intolerable for everyone.
Ese niño no para de hacer ruido, ¡es insoportable!
A2That child won't stop making noise, he is unbearable (or: a pain)!
unbearable
Also: intolerable, insufferable
📝 In Action
El dolor de cabeza era insoportable, tuve que tomar una pastilla.
B2The headache was unbearable; I had to take a pill.
La humedad del verano hace que el clima sea insoportable.
C1The summer humidity makes the weather intolerable.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "insoportable" in Spanish:
annoying→insufferable→intolerable→obnoxious→unbearable→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: insoportable
Question 1 of 1
If you describe a person as 'insoportable,' what are you most likely saying about them?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
This word comes from the Latin verb *supportare* (to carry, to endure). The Spanish word *soportar* (to bear/tolerate) takes this root, and the prefix *in-* (meaning 'not') is added, resulting in 'not able to be tolerated.'
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make 'insoportable' plural?
Since the word ends in a vowel followed by 'e', you simply add '-s' to the end. The plural form is *insoportables* (e.g., 'los ruidos insoportables' or 'las personas insoportables').
Is 'insoportable' stronger than 'molesto' (annoying)?
Yes, much stronger. *Molesto* is 'bothersome,' but *insoportable* means the annoyance or discomfort has reached a level that you truly cannot stand it anymore.