Translation of Spanish word "gordo" to English
gordo
/ɣoɾðo/
Meaning
Adjectivehaving a lot of body fat
How to use
Gordo ('fat / thick / large') is an adjective (gordo, gorda). Can also be a noun meaning 'fat' or 'jackpot' (el Gordo — the Spanish Christmas lottery jackpot).
🇬🇧 English
fat
Example
La dieta no ayudó a perder peso, por lo que el hombre se volvió gordo.
The diet did not help to lose weight, so the man became fat.
La comida rápida es muy mala para la salud, especialmente si comes mucha comida gorda.
Fast food is very bad for your health, especially if you eat a lot of fatty food.
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Common phrases
- el premio gordo— the jackpot / grand prize
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What does the Spanish word "gordo" mean?▼
The Spanish word "gordo" means "fat" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "La dieta no ayudó a perder peso, por lo que el hombre se volvió gordo." (which translates as "The diet did not help to lose weight, so the man became fat.").
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