How to Say "worthless" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “worthless” is “inútil” — use this when something has no value or purpose, often implying a failed attempt or a lack of practical application..
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inútil
AdjectiveB1General
Use this when something has no value or purpose, often implying a failed attempt or a lack of practical application.
Examples
La contraseña era tan larga que la memorización resultó inútil.
The password was so long that memorizing it turned out to be useless.
inútiles
AdjectiveA2General
This plural form is used when referring to multiple items or people that are completely lacking in value or usefulness.
Examples
Esas herramientas están rotas, son completamente inútiles.
Those tools are broken; they are completely useless.
Singular vs. Plural 'inútil'
The most common mistake is using the singular 'inútil' when referring to multiple items. Always remember to match the adjective's number to the noun it describes. If you're talking about one thing, use 'inútil'; if you're talking about more than one, use 'inútiles'.
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