Rudas (en. Rude)

/ˈruðas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is rough or difficult to the touch.
The farmer's hands are rough from working in the field.
Las manos del campesino son rudas por el trabajo en el campo.
That lacks delicacy or kindness.
His way of speaking is rough and can offend others.
Su manera de hablar es ruda y puede ofender a otros.
That is violent or aggressive.
The fighting style he uses is rough and unorthodox.
El estilo de lucha que usa es rudo y poco ortodoxo.

Etymology

From Latin 'rūdus', meaning 'unrefined' or 'raw'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

roughly
In a brusque or unrefined manner.
a la ruda
to live roughly
To lead a difficult or harsh life.
vivir rudo

Related Words

rudely
In a rough manner.
rudamente
ruggedness
Quality of being rough, lack of smoothness or delicacy.
rudeza

Slang Meanings

A person who acts in a brusque or aggressive manner.
That guy is really rough; he’s always in trouble.
Ese tipo es muy rudo, siempre está en problemas.
A style characterized by being straightforward and unembellished.
His humor is rough, but sometimes it's refreshing.
Su humor es rudo, pero a veces es refrescante.