Rudeza (en. Rudeness)

/ruˈdeθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Behavior or attitude that lacks education and is harsh.
His rudeness in speaking offended many.
Su rudeza al hablar hizo que muchos se sintieran ofendidos.
Coarseness or harshness in handling.
The rudeness of his character alienated him from his friends.
La rudeza de su carácter lo alejó de sus amigos.
Lack of refinement or grace.
The roughness of the house's decor was not to Susana's taste.
La rudeza de la decoración de la casa no era del gusto de Susana.

Etymology

From Latin 'rudeza', which means 'hardness, coarseness'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cut off abruptly
To act in a brusque or rude manner with someone.
cortar en seco
speak without beating around the bush
To express what one thinks without concern for the rudeness of the words.
hablar sin pelos en la lengua
treat someone roughly
To behave very rudely or violently towards someone.
tratar a alguien a patadas

Related Words

rudo
That is not polite or lacks finesse.
rudo
thickness
Quality of being coarse or little refined.
grosor
brutality
Attitude or action that exceeds the limits of rudeness.
brutalidad

Slang Meanings

To be a person without manners.
Don't be so rude, learn to respect others.
No seas tan rudo, aprende a respetar a los demás.
To act aggressively when speaking.
You've become very rude, can't you be kinder?
Te has vuelto muy rudo, ¿no puedes ser más amable?