The Spanish word for "bad at" is "malo". Learn how to use it with examples, pronunciation, and common mistakes.

How to Say "Bad At" in Spanish — Malo | Inklingo

To say you're bad at something, use the pattern 'ser malo para' + [the thing] or 'ser malo' + [an action ending in -ando/-iendo]. For example, 'Soy malo para el fútbol' or 'Soy malo jugando al fútbol'.

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How to Say "bad at" in Spanish

malo

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