Bad in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'bad' is 'malo', pronounced MAH-loh (IPA: /ˈmalo/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: malos).
Pronunciation: MAH-loh
| Spanish | malo |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | MAH-loh · /ˈmalo/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | malos |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'malo'
- Es una mala idea salir con esta lluvia.
It's a bad idea to go out in this rain. - Hace mal tiempo hoy.
The weather is bad today. - Tengo malas noticias.
I have bad news. - Estos plátanos están malos; tíralos.
These bananas have gone bad; throw them out.
Common Phrases with 'malo'
- de mal humor
in a bad mood - no está mal
it's not bad
How to Use 'malo'
Shortens to 'mal' before a masculine singular noun: un mal día. Ser malo = bad in quality or character (even 'evil'); estar malo = spoiled (food) or sick (especially in Spain: estoy malo = I'm ill).
Related Vocabulary
Keep going: review gender and articles in Spanish.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'bad' in Spanish?
'Bad' in Spanish is 'malo', pronounced MAH-loh.
How do you spell 'malo'?
It is spelled m-a-l-o.
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