Translation of Spanish word "sucio" to English
sucio
/ˈsu.θjo/
Meaning
AdjectiveUnclean; covered with or containing unpleasant substances such as dirt or grime.
How to use
Sucio ('dirty') is an adjective (sucio, sucia, sucios, sucias). Commonly used with the verb estar.
🇬🇧 English
dirty
Example
Mis zapatos están muy sucios.
My shoes are very dirty.
No toques eso, está sucio.
Don't touch that, it is dirty.
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Common phrases
- juego sucio— foul play / dirty trick
- ropa sucia— dirty laundry / clothes
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What does the Spanish word "sucio" mean?▼
The Spanish word "sucio" means "dirty" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Mis zapatos están muy sucios." (which translates as "My shoes are very dirty.").
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