Asno (en. Ass)

/ˈaz.no/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Herbivorous mammal, known for its resilience and load-carrying capacity.
The donkey is a very useful animal in agricultural work.
El asno es un animal muy útil en el trabajo agrícola.
A foolish or ignorant person.
Don't be a donkey, listen to what I'm saying.
No seas asno, escucha lo que te digo.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'asinus', which also means donkey.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be like a donkey
To be in an unfortunate or sad situation.
estar como un asno
to be a donkey
To be a person who is not very intelligent or foolish.
ser un asno

Related Words

donkey
Similar animal, often used as a synonym for donkey.
burro
fool
A person who acts foolishly or ignorantly.
necio

Slang Meanings

A foolish or clumsy person.
That guy is a donkey, he never understands anything.
Ese tipo es un asno, nunca entiende nada.
Someone who behaves stubbornly.
Don’t be a donkey, accept that you were wrong.
No seas un asno, acepta que te has equivocado.