eres gracioso
/eɾes ɡɾaθjoso/from spelling rules
The English phrase "you're goofy" is translated into Spanish as eres gracioso.
This phrase is used to tell someone that they are funny or silly in a lighthearted way. While gracioso can mean "funny" in a comedic sense, in a lighthearted context it is the standard way to call someone "goofy" or "silly".
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective changes to graciosa if you are speaking to a woman. Additionally, if you use the formal usted to address someone, the verb changes from eres to es, resulting in es gracioso.
How do you pronounce it?
/eɾes ɡɾaθjoso/
When do people say it?
In informal settings, you might also hear the phrase Eres un/a payaso/a, which translates to "You're a clown" and is often used affectionately to refer to someone who is goofy.
Did you know?
- The word gracioso shares its roots with the English word 'gracious', both descending from the Latin 'gratiosus'.
- While 'gracioso' is often used for 'funny', in some Latin American countries, calling someone 'gracioso' can sometimes imply they are being 'cheeky' or 'smart-alecky' rather than just silly.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, calling someone un payaso ('a clown') can shift from an affectionate way to call them 'goofy' to a serious insult meaning they are unreliable or a fool.
Examples in context
- No seas gracioso.Don't be goofy.
- Eres gracioso cuando bailas.You're goofy when you dance.
- No digas eso, eres gracioso.Don't say that, you're goofy.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are hanging out at a park.
- Daniel¿Viste mi nuevo baile?Did you see my new dance?
- MaríaSí, eres gracioso, Daniel.Yes, you're goofy, Daniel.
- Daniel¡Solo trato de ser divertido!I'm just trying to be funny!
- MaríaLo lograste.You succeeded.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries eres, gracioso, CC BY-SA 4.0.
