How to Say "dim-witted" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “dim-witted” is “corto” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
AdjectiveB1neutral/informal
corto de luces (informal)
Examples
No seas corto, habla con ella.
Don't be shy/reserved, talk to her.
Parece que está un poco corto de memoria.
It seems he is a bit lacking in memory.
Mi abuela está un poco corta de oído.
My grandmother is a little hard of hearing (short of hearing).
Using 'Corto de'
When 'corto' describes a deficiency, it is often followed by 'de' (of) and the noun indicating what is lacking: 'corto de dinero' (short on money), 'corto de paciencia' (lacking patience).
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