così stupido
/koˈzi ˈstu.pi.do/word by word
The English phrase "so stupid" is translated into Italian as così stupido.
così stupido is used to describe someone or something that lacks intelligence or common sense to a great degree. It can be used to express disappointment or disbelief.
What does it mean word for word?
The word così literally means "so" or "thus", and stupido means "stupid".
Which one should you use?
While così stupido emphasizes the degree (so stupid), molto stupido is a more neutral way to say "very stupid".
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender with the person or object being described, so use the feminine form così stupida for women or feminine nouns. The adjective takes the plural form così stupidi when describing a group of men or a mixed-gender group. The adjective takes the plural form così stupide when describing a group consisting only of women or feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /koˈzi ˈstu.pi.do/. It has 5 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italian, calling someone stupido can be far more offensive than in English. Depending on the tone and context, it can be perceived as a harsh personal attack rather than a casual remark about a mistake.
- The word stupido shares the same Latin root as the English word 'stupor'. In its original Latin sense, it described someone who was stunned or numb rather than lacking intelligence.
- In everyday colloquial speech, Italians frequently use the word scemo to describe someone being foolish, which is a more common alternative to stupido.
Examples in context
- Lei è così stupido.You are so stupid.This sentence is useful for using the form così stupido.Tatoeba #1905325 by Guybrush88, translation #1806301 by Spamster
- Lui è così stupido.He's so stupid.Tatoeba #2550081 by Guybrush88, translation #1806302 by Spamster
- Tom è così stupido.Tom is so stupid.Tatoeba #4525052 by Guybrush88, translation #4495227 by CK
- La tua idea è estremamente scioccaYour idea is extremely stupid
- La sua decisione è incredibilmente stupidaHis/her decision is incredibly stupid
- La sua scelta è assai scioccaHis/her choice is very stupid
- Hai fatto una cosa troppo stupidaYou did something really stupid
- Ma perché sei così stupido?Why are you so stupid?
- Sei proprio uno stupido!You're such a stupid person!
- Sì, è incredibilmente stupido. Non riesco a credere alle sue azioni.Yes, he is incredibly stupid. I can't believe his actions.
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Example conversation
Lorenzo and Sofia are watching a poorly written movie.
- LorenzoQuesto film è così stupido.This movie is so stupid.
- SofiaHai ragione, è un disastro.You're right, it's a disaster.
- LorenzoNon capisco come lo abbiano scritto.I don't understand how they wrote it.
- SofiaSì, è davvero assurdo.Yes, it's truly absurd.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (così, stupido) and can differ in connected speech.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
