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    Idiota (en. Idiot)

    /iˈðjota/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An individual who shows a notable lack of intelligence.
    Don't be an idiot, think before you act.
    No seas idiota, piensa antes de actuar.
    A derogatory term to refer to someone foolish.
    I think he's an idiot for what he said.
    Me parece un idiota por lo que dijo.
    In some contexts, it is used jokingly among friends.
    You're an idiot, but I love you!
    ¡Eres un idiota, pero te quiero!

    Etymology

    From Greek 'idiotēs', meaning 'private', 'personal'; it evolved to signify 'a poorly educated person'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Don't be an idiot
    Don't do anything foolish.
    no seas idiota
    To be an idiot
    To behave foolishly.
    ser un idiota
    To think like an idiot
    To act without reasoning.
    pensar como un idiota

    Related Words

    Intelligent
    Someone who has the capacity to understand or learn.
    inteligente
    Wise
    Someone who possesses knowledge and experience.
    sabio
    Stupid
    Someone who shows an extreme lack of intelligence.
    estúpido

    Slang Meanings

    Idiot as a friendly term among friends.
    Come on, idiot, hurry up!
    ¡Vamos, idiota, apúrate!
    Used as a strong insult.
    You're an idiot if you believe his lies.
    Eres un idiota si crees sus mentiras.