irresponsable
“irresponsable” means “irresponsible” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
irresponsible
Also: reckless
📝 In Action
No seas irresponsable y haz tu tarea.
A1Don't be irresponsible and do your homework.
Fue una decisión irresponsable dejar la puerta abierta.
B1It was an irresponsible decision to leave the door open.
Su conducta irresponsable al volante puso a todos en peligro.
B2His reckless behavior behind the wheel put everyone in danger.
irresponsible person
Also: reckless person
📝 In Action
Ese tipo es un irresponsable.
A2That guy is an irresponsible person.
Los irresponsables que tiraron basura serán multados.
B2The irresponsible people who littered will be fined.
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Words that translate to "irresponsable" in Spanish:
irresponsible→irresponsible person→reckless→reckless person→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: irresponsable
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How do you say 'She is irresponsible' in Spanish?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin prefix 'in-' (meaning 'not') combined with 'responsabilis' (meaning 'answerable' or 'accountable'). It describes someone who does not 'answer' for their actions.
First recorded: 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'irresponsable' a very strong insult?
It can be serious depending on the context (like at work), but in families, it's often used as a light scolding for someone who forgot to do a chore.
Can I use 'irresponsable' for objects?
Not really. It is almost always used to describe people, their actions, or their decisions.
Does the spelling change for men and women?
No, it stays exactly the same: 'el hombre irresponsable' and 'la mujer irresponsable'.