Dirty in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'dirty' is 'sucio', pronounced SOO-syoh (IPA: /ˈsusjo/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: sucios).
Pronunciation: SOO-syoh
| Spanish | sucio |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | SOO-syoh · /ˈsusjo/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | sucios |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'sucio'
- Tus zapatos están muy sucios.
Your shoes are very dirty. - El agua del río está sucia.
The river water is dirty. - No dejes los platos sucios en la mesa.
Don't leave the dirty dishes on the table. - Es un trabajo sucio, pero alguien tiene que hacerlo.
It's a dirty job, but someone has to do it.
Common Phrases with 'sucio'
- jugar sucio
to play dirty - ropa sucia
dirty laundry
How to Use 'sucio'
Normally with estar, since being dirty is a state (está sucio); ser sucio implies a person is habitually messy or plays dirty. Regular agreement: sucio, sucia, sucios, sucias.
Related Vocabulary
Keep going: review gender and articles in Spanish.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'dirty' in Spanish?
'Dirty' in Spanish is 'sucio', pronounced SOO-syoh.
How do you spell 'sucio'?
It is spelled s-u-c-i-o.
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