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Grosero

Definition

(adj) Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way, lacking politeness or good manners

Examples

Su grosera negativa a ayudar con el proyecto frustró a todo el equipo.
His churlish refusal to help with the project frustrated everyone on the team.
  • No seas grosero con tu abuela.

    Don't be rude to your grandma.

  • El camarero fue grosero con nosotros en el bar de la esquina.

    The waiter was rude to us at the corner bar.

  • A las ocho, Marta me respondió grosera y colgó.

    At eight, Marta answered me rudely and hung up.

  • Su tono grosero en la reunión dejó a todos callados.

    His rude tone in the meeting left everyone speechless.

Related words

Other Spanish words at this level include Radiante, Atmósfera, Lo Que Sea, Por cierto, and No Pasa Nada. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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