Inapropiado (en. Inappropriate)
ˌin.ap.ro.piˈa.ðo
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That does not conform to social or contextual norms.
His joke was inappropriate for the solemn occasion.
Su broma fue inapropiada para la ocasión solemne.
That is offensive or disrespectful in a specific context.
The comment he made was inappropriate in a professional setting.
El comentario que hizo fue inapropiado en un entorno profesional.
That is not suitable for a particular purpose.
Wearing sandals to a job interview is inappropriate.
Llevar sandalias a una entrevista de trabajo es inapropiado.
Etymology
From the Latin 'inappropriatus', meaning 'not appropriate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
inappropriate behavior
Attitude that is not socially accepted.
comportamiento inapropiado
inappropriate comment
Observation that can be considered offensive or out of place.
comentario inapropiado
inappropriate clothing
Attire that does not fit the situation or context.
ropa inapropiada
Related Words
appropriate
That is suitable or correct in a given context.
apropiado
improper
That is inappropriate or does not align with what is considered correct.
impropio
Slang Meanings
Out of place
Making jokes about serious topics is totally out of place.
Hacer chistes sobre temas serios es totalmente fuera de lugar.
Bad taste
That joke was in bad taste at the dinner.
Esa broma fue una cosa de mal gusto en la cena.