el grosero
rude
Persona que se expresa o actúa con mala educación, falta de respeto o de manera poco amable.
Definition & meaning
Grosero means rude, impolite, or offensive, especially when describing someone’s behavior or language.
It can also mean coarse, crude, or rough in texture or quality. When describing an error, it means glaring or blatant.
Grammar & Word origin
An adjective that agrees with the noun it describes: grosero, grosera, groseros, groseras. It can also be used as a noun for a rude person.
It derives from gros (“thick” or “large”), through French.
Synonyms & antonyms
- maleducado — ill-mannered; emphasizes a lack of manners.
- vulgar — vulgar or crude; often emphasizes a lack of refinement.
- tosco — rough or crude; often describes workmanship, appearance, or manner.
- educado — polite or well-mannered; an antonym when describing behavior.
- refinado — refined; an antonym when describing taste or quality.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
No seas tan grosero con tus compañeros.adjective
Don't be so rude to your classmates.
Ese chico es muy grosero con los demás.adjective
That boy is very rude to others.
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