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    Impropia (en. Improper)

    /impɾoˈpja/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That does not have the proper property or suitability.
    His behavior was improper at that meeting.
    Su comportamiento fue impropio en esa reunión.
    That is inadequate or inappropriate in a given context.
    That kind of comments are improper in a formal conversation.
    Ese tipo de comentarios son impropios en una conversación formal.
    Referring to acts that contravene the norms of morality or decency.
    That movie contains scenes inappropriate for minors.
    Esa película contiene escenas impropias para menores.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'improprius', meaning not proper or not suitable.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    improper conduct
    Behavior that is not appropriate according to social norms.
    conducta impropia
    improper words
    Expressions that are considered inappropriate or vulgar.
    palabras impropias
    improper act
    Action that is not suitable in a specific context.
    acto impropio

    Related Words

    proper
    That is adequate or pertinent.
    propia
    appropriate
    That is suitable for a situation.
    apropiado
    immoral
    That goes against the norms of morality.
    inmoral

    Slang Meanings

    Actions considered inappropriate in popular slang.
    Making improper jokes at work can cause problems.
    Hacer chistes impropios en el trabajo puede causar problemas.
    To refer to behaviors of an indecent nature.
    That kind of jokes is seen as improper among friends.
    Ese tipo de bromas son vistas como impropias entre amigos.