ruidoso
“ruidoso” means “noisy” in Spanish (general use for sounds).
noisy, loud
Also: rowdy, clattery
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Mi vecino es muy ruidoso por la noche.
A1My neighbor is very noisy at night.
No podemos estudiar aquí, este café es demasiado ruidoso.
A2We can't study here; this cafe is too noisy.
El motor de ese coche viejo es extremadamente ruidoso.
B1The engine of that old car is extremely loud.
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Derived from the Spanish noun 'ruido' (noise), which comes from the Latin word 'rugitus', meaning a roar or a bellow.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'ruidoso' only mean 'annoyingly loud'?
Not necessarily, but it often carries a slightly negative tone, just like 'noisy' in English. If something is just loud but not necessarily annoying (like music), you might use 'fuerte' or 'alto'.
Can I use 'ruidoso' to describe a person's personality?
Yes! If someone always talks loudly or makes a lot of commotion, you can say 'Él es muy ruidoso'.
What is the difference between 'ruido' and 'ruidoso'?
Ruido is a noun (the noise itself), while ruidoso is an adjective used to describe something that makes noise.