Tonto (en. Silly)

/ˈton.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Lacking understanding or intelligence.

Don't be foolish, that's not a good idea.

No seas tonto, eso no es una buena idea.

Refers to something that is absurd or nonsensical.

I asked a silly question and everyone laughed.

Hice una pregunta tonta y todos se rieron.

Lacking judgment or reflection.

You can't be so foolish as to believe it without proof.

No puedes ser tan tonto como para creerlo sin pruebas.

From Latin 'tondus', which means 'trimmed' or 'shaven', related to 'tontus', which denotes something empty.

to be foolish

To be confused or distracted.

estar tonto

not to be foolish

Not to be deceived.

no ser tonto

foolish as a rock

Extremely foolish or lacking understanding.

tonto como una piedra

intelligent

Having the ability to understand and reason.

inteligente

wise

Having wisdom and deep knowledge.

sabio

clever

Having wit or skill in solving problems.

ingenioso

Expression indicating that someone has made a ridiculous comment or question.

That was very foolish, how could you think of that?

Eso fue muy tonto, ¿cómo se te ocurre?

Used to refer to someone who has been easily deceived.

Don't be foolish, don't fall into his trap.

No seas tonto, no caigas en su trampa.