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nounnounadjective

el bruto

rough

Persona o animal que actúa con mucha fuerza pero poca delicadeza. También puede referirse a alguien que muestra poco entendimiento o educación.

Definition & meaning

The word "bruto" has several meanings depending on the context:

  1. Rough or Raw: Referring to something that has not been processed, refined, or polished. For example, "materias primas brutas" refers to raw materials.
  2. Gross: In economics and finance, it refers to a total amount before any deductions are made, such as taxes or expenses (e.g., "salario bruto" or gross salary).
  3. Ignorant or Stupid: Used as an adjective to describe someone who lacks intelligence, refinement, or good manners.
  4. Brutal or Violent: Describing a person who acts with excessive force or lack of sensitivity.
  5. Heavy or Clumsy: Referring to something that is large, cumbersome, or lacking grace.

Grammar & Word origin

"Bruto" is an adjective. It can be used as a noun in specific contexts, such as "un bruto" to describe an insensitive or uneducated person.

The word originates from the Latin term brutus, which means dull, heavy, or stupid. It is related to the English word "brute."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Tonto : Used when referring to a lack of intelligence.
  • Tosco : Used when something is unrefined or coarse.
  • Ignorante : Used when someone lacks knowledge or manners.
  • Total : Used in the financial sense of a gross amount.
  • Violento : Used when referring to aggressive behavior.

Antonyms:

  • Fino : Something refined or delicate.
  • Inteligente : Someone who is clever or bright.
  • Neto : Used in finance to refer to the final amount after deductions (net).
  • Educado : Someone who is polite and well-mannered.

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Examples

Carlos puede parecer un poco bruto cuando habla.adjective

Carlos can seem a bit rough when he speaks.

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