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    Descortés (en. Blunt)

    /des.korˈtes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Lack of courtesy or politeness.
    His uncourteous behavior at the meeting left a bad impression.
    Su comportamiento descortés en la reunión dejó una mala impresión.
    Rude attitude or lack of respect towards others.
    It is rude to interrupt someone when they are speaking.
    Es descortés interrumpir a alguien cuando está hablando.
    Not following the rules of etiquette or social behavior.
    It was rude not to thank the hosts for dinner.
    Fue descortés no agradecer a los anfitriones por la cena.

    Etymology

    From the prefix 'des-' which indicates negation, and 'cortés' related to courtesy.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    not to be courteous
    To act in an uncourteous or inconsiderate manner.
    no ser cortés
    rude at the table
    Inappropriate behavior during a meal.
    descortés en la mesa
    make an rude gesture
    To perform an act that shows a lack of respect.
    hacer un gesto descortés

    Related Words

    courtesy
    Kind and respectful behavior towards others.
    cortesía
    education
    Set of behavioral norms that should be followed in society.
    educación

    Slang Meanings

    To have dog manners
    That guy has dog manners, he is always rude.
    Ese tipo tiene modales de perro, siempre es descortés.
    Not knowing how to behave
    He is rude, he doesn’t know how to behave in public.
    Es un descortés, no sabe comportarse en público.