Malo
Example: El clima está malo y no podemos salir hoy.
Definition
"Malo" is a Spanish adjective used to describe something that is bad, unpleasant, or of poor quality. It can refer to unfavorable conditions, such as in the phrase 'El clima está malo,' meaning the weather is bad and unsuitable for outdoor activities.
Etymology
The word "malo" comes from the Latin word 'malus,' which means bad or evil. This root is common in many Romance languages, reflecting a shared origin. Did you know that "malo" has maintained a similar meaning throughout its history, consistently describing negative qualities or conditions?
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"Malo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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