el loco
crazy
Persona que no piensa o actúa de manera normal o razonable.
Definition & meaning
Loco generally means crazy, mad, or insane. It can describe someone behaving irrationally, an outrageous idea, or something wildly exciting. When referring to mental health, it can be offensive or imprecise.
It can also mean enthusiastic about or crazy about something.
Grammar & Word origin
An adjective that agrees in gender and number: loco, loca, locos, locas. It can also be used as a noun to refer to a person, though this may sound disrespectful.
Its origin is uncertain.
Synonyms & antonyms
- Synonyms: demente is stronger and often refers to severe irrationality; chiflado is informal and often playful; apasionado means “passionate” and fits the enthusiastic sense.
- Antonyms: cuerdo means “sane” or “sensible”; sensato emphasizes good judgment.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Este cachorro está muy loco.adjective
This puppy is very crazy.
Ese gato parece loco cuando juega.adjective
That cat seems crazy when it plays.
Ese gato está muy loco.adjective
That cat is very crazy.
Mi vecino parece un poco loco.adjective
My neighbor seems a little crazy.
Los niños estaban locos de alegría después del partido.adjective
The children were crazy with joy after the game.
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