spudorato
/spu.doˈra.to/
The English word unapologetic is translated into Italian as spudorato.
In Italian, spudorato often carries a slightly more provocative or shameless connotation than the English word, implying a lack of shame rather than just a refusal to apologize.
Meaning: not apologetic (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender with the noun it modifies, so use the feminine form spudorata for feminine nouns. The feminine plural form of the adjective is spudorate.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable: /spu.doˈra.to/.
Did you know?
- While 'unapologetic' in English can be a compliment for someone being true to themselves, spudorato is almost always a criticism of someone's character.
- The root of spudorato is pudore, which refers to a sense of shame or modesty that was historically considered a vital component of an honorable person's character.
- If an Italian describes a lie as spudorato, they are not saying the liar is unapologetic, but that the lie is so brazen and obvious it is insulting to the listener.
Examples in context
- Ah, quindi sei senza pentimenti!Ah, so you're unapologetic!
- Puoi dirlo in modo spavaldo!You can say it in a brash manner!
Example conversation
Martina and Matteo are discussing a colleague's behavior.
- MartinaHai visto come si è comportato Marco?Did you see how Marco behaved?
- MatteoSì, è stato davvero spudorato con il capo.Yes, he was really unapologetic with the boss.
- MartinaNon sembrava affatto pentito dei suoi errori.He didn't seem sorry for his mistakes at all.
- MatteoEsatto, non ha chiesto nemmeno scusa.Exactly, he didn't even apologize.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry spudorato, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
