Confusa (en. Confusing)
/konˈfusa/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
That causes confusion or is difficult to understand.
The professor's explanation was so confusing that no one understood the topic.
La explicación del profesor fue tan confusa que nadie entendió el tema.
That is presented in a disordered or chaotic manner.
The presentation was confusing, with too much data and no clear structure.
La presentación fue confusa, con demasiados datos y sin estructura clara.
That confuses or deceives.
His words were confusing, and we didn't know if he was joking or serious.
Sus palabras eran confusas y no sabíamos si estaba bromeando o hablando en serio.
Etymology
From Latin 'confusus', participle of 'confundere', which means to mix or confuse.
Common Phrases and Expressions
if it's not clear, it's confusing
Indicates that something that is not well understood can lead to confusion.
si no está claro, está confuso
a confusing explanation
An explanation that is not clear and leads to misunderstandings.
una explicación confusa
Related Words
confusion
A state of not being clear or being disoriented.
confusión
to confuse
To make someone not understand something correctly.
confundir
Slang Meanings
Confusing in the context of romantic relationships.
She is so confused about her feelings that I don't know if she likes me or not.
Ella es tan confusa con sus sentimientos que no sé si le gusto o no.
Confusing referring to complicated situations.
The current economic situation is quite confusing for everyone.
La situación económica actual es bastante confusa para todos.