Groseras (en. Rude words)

/ɡɾo.se.ˈɾas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A vulgar or unrefined expression.
He said a vulgarity in the middle of the conversation.
Dijo una grosería en medio de la conversación.
A lack of education or respect in behavior.
Vulgarities are not acceptable at the table.
Las groserías no son aceptables en la mesa.
A rude act or remark.
His rudeness at the meeting surprised everyone.
Su grosería en la reunión sorprendió a todos.

Etymology

From Latin 'grossarius', meaning 'coarse' or 'crude'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to use vulgarities
To use offensive or vulgar language.
decir groserías
to act rudely
To behave in an uncouth or rude manner.
actuar con grosería
to be surprised by a vulgarity
To react in shock at an offensive comment.
quedarse sorprendido por una grosería

Related Words

rude
Lacking education or refinement.
grosero
vulgar
Characteristic of the common people, not refined.
vulgar
impolite
Acting without courtesy or kindness.
descortés

Slang Meanings

Expression of frustration or contempt.
That rudeness made me lose my patience.
Esa grosera me hizo perder la paciencia.
Total lack of respect in a conversation.
Don't expect any manners from him, just vulgarities.
No esperes educación de él, solo groseras.