Inútil (en. Useless)

/inuˈtil/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Thing or person that is of no use at all.
That object is completely useless.
Ese objeto es completamente inútil.
Person who is unable to perform a task or lacks value.
He feels useless because he can't help with the problems.
Se siente inútil porque no puede ayudar en los problemas.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'inutilis', which means 'without utility'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

it’s worthless
Indicates that something is completely useless.
no sirve de nada
he/she is useless
Disparaging description of a person who fails to fulfill their duties.
es un inútil

Related Words

useful
Having utility or value.
útil
use
Action of using something for a specific purpose.
uso
benefit
Advantage obtained from something.
beneficio

Slang Meanings

Disparaging term to refer to someone who contributes nothing.
He is useless, he never finishes what he starts.
Es un inútil, nunca termina lo que empieza.
Person who lacks skills in a specific area.
In the team, he is the useless one who doesn't know how to play.
En el equipo, él es el inútil que no sabe jugar.