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Bad in Spanish

The Spanish word for 'bad' is 'malo' (MAH-loh). This masculine adjective is A1 level and commonly used in everyday Spanish conversation.

Pronunciation: MAH-loh

Grammar Notes

Gender: masculine

Plural: malos

Part of Speech: adjective

Difficulty Level: A1

Related Words: malito

Example Sentences

  • Es muy malo.
    It is very bad.
  • Una casa malo.
    A bad house.
  • El coche es malo.
    The car is bad.
  • Me gusta lo malo.
    I like bad things.

Cultural Context

The word malo is commonly used in everyday Spanish conversation. Learning vocabulary like this helps you communicate more naturally and understand Spanish speakers better.

Practice using this word in different contexts to become more comfortable with its pronunciation and usage patterns.

Related Vocabulary

malito

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you say 'bad' in Spanish?

You say 'bad' as 'malo' in Spanish.

Is there more than one way to say 'bad'?

Sometimes there are synonyms or regional variations; see the related words and notes on this page.

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