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paranoico

pah-rah-NOY-ko/paɾaˈnoiko/

“paranoico” means “paranoid” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

paranoid

Also: suspicious
A nervous character peeking through closed window blinds into a quiet street.

📝 In Action

No seas tan paranoico, solo fue una coincidencia.

B1

Don't be so paranoid; it was just a coincidence.

Él está paranoico con la seguridad de su casa.

B2

He is paranoid about his house security.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • desconfiado (distrustful)
  • suspicaz (suspicious)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • ponerse paranoico – to get paranoid
  • comportamiento paranoico – paranoid behavior

paranoid person

NounmB2
A man walking down a street looking over his shoulder at his own shadow.

📝 In Action

Ese paranoico cree que todos hablan de él.

B2

That paranoid guy thinks everyone is talking about him.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • maniático (maniac/obsessive person)

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "paranoico" in Spanish:

paranoid→paranoid person→suspicious→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: paranoico

Question 1 of 1

Which verb would you use if a friend is suddenly acting suspicious about a secret surprise?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
paranoia(paranoia) — Noun
paranoide(paranoid (often medical)) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
heroicoestoico
📚 Etymology▼

From Greek 'paranoia' meaning 'madness' or 'distraction.' It comes from 'para' (beside/beyond) and 'noos' (mind), literally meaning the mind is 'beside itself.'

First recorded: 19th century (modern psychiatric usage)

Cognates (Related words)

English: paranoidFrench: paranoïaque

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'paranoico' offensive?

It can be, as it labels someone with a mental health term. It's best used among friends in a lighthearted way or in medical contexts.

What is the difference between 'paranoico' and 'paranoide'?

'Paranoico' is the common word used by everyone. 'Paranoide' is more technical and used by doctors.