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    Torpe (en. Clumsy)

    /ˈtoɾ.pe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That is slow or clumsy to understand or do things.
    He is a bit clumsy at learning new concepts.
    Es un poco torpe para aprender nuevos conceptos.
    That has little physical skill or dexterity.
    The child is clumsy when running and always falls.
    El niño es torpe al correr y siempre se cae.
    That causes displeasure due to a lack of elegance or skill.
    His behavior was so clumsy that it made everyone uncomfortable.
    Su conducta fue tan torpe que incomodó a todos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'torpus', which means 'twisted' or 'deformity'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be clumsy
    To act in a clumsy or inept manner.
    ser torpe
    clumsy as a donkey
    It refers to someone who lacks intelligence or skill.
    torpe como un burro
    to do something clumsily
    To perform an action awkwardly or without skill.
    hacer algo de forma torpe

    Related Words

    clumsiness
    Quality of being clumsy, lack of skill.
    torpeza
    to torpedo
    To interrupt or obstruct something.
    torpedear
    torpedo
    Relating to someone who acts clumsily.
    torpede

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it can be used to refer to someone who doesn't understand things quickly.
    He is so clumsy that he doesn't catch hints.
    Es tan torpe que no pilla las indirectas.
    Used to describe a person who is always making silly mistakes.
    That clumsy one always forgets what she has to do.
    Esa torpe siempre olvida lo que tiene que hacer.