cállate, Jordan
The English phrase 'shut up, jordan' is translated into Spanish as cállate, Jordan.
Did you know?
- While cállate is the direct translation for 'shut up', using it in many Spanish-speaking cultures is considered significantly more aggressive and rude than saying 'shut up' in English.
- The word callar can also be used reflexively as callarse, which means to keep a secret or stay silent about a specific topic, not just to stop talking.
- In some Latin American countries, the phrase cállate la boca is used to add extra emphasis, literally telling the person to shut their 'mouth' specifically.
Examples in context
- ¡Cállate, Jordan! ¡Ya hemos hablado suficiente sobre eso!Shut up, Jordan! We've already discussed this enough!
- Por favor, cállate, Jordan.Please, shut up, Jordan.
- No puedo concentrarme, cállate, Jordan.I can't concentrate, shut up, Jordan.
Example conversation
Two friends are arguing during a movie.
- Elena¡Cállate, Jordan! Estoy tratando de escuchar.Shut up, Jordan! I'm trying to listen.
- JavierSolo estoy haciendo un comentario.I'm just making a comment.
- ElenaNo me importa, guarda silencio.I don't care, be quiet.
- JavierEstá bien, no diré nada más.Fine, I won't say anything else.
