tonto
mild
Stupid in Cuban Spanish can be tonto or bobo, which are mild. Comemierda is a vulgar Cuban insult.
Meaning: foolish or lacking sense (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| tonto | mild |
| bobo | mild |
| comemierda | Cuba, vulgar |
Tonto and bobo are used for silly behavior and can even be affectionate with friends.
Which one should you use?
Comemierda is vulgar and aimed at someone seen as a fool or a show-off. Avoid it unless you are sure of the setting.
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine forms are tonta and boba.
Did you know?
- The word comemierda is strongly Cuban and is considered vulgar.
Examples in context
- No seas tonto.Do not be silly.
- Fue una idea muy boba.It was a very silly idea.
- Me siento tonta por olvidarlo.I feel silly for forgetting it.
Example conversation
Nora jokes with her friend Reinaldo after he forgets his keys in Havana.
- NoraReinaldo, olvidaste las llaves.Reinaldo, you forgot the keys.
- ReinaldoQué tonto soy.How silly I am.
- NoraNo pasa nada.It does not matter.
