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pendejo

pehn-DAY-hoh

Pendejo (noun) means a Spanish slang insult meaning a stupid or foolish person. Example: “He called his coworker a pendejo after the mistake.”

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A Spanish slang insult meaning a stupid or foolish person.
"He called his coworker a pendejo after the mistake."

How to use pendejo

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA crude Spanish-origin insult meaning "idiot" or "fool."

When to use it

Vulgar slang, best avoided in polite or formal contexts.

Word forms

pendejos plural

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Etymology

Borrowed directly from Spanish pendejo.

Origin: Spanish

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pendejo” mean?

The word “pendejo” means a Spanish slang insult meaning a stupid or foolish person. In plain terms, a crude Spanish-origin insult meaning "idiot" or "fool.".

How do you pronounce “pendejo”?

“Pendejo” is pronounced pehn-DAY-hoh (/pɛnˈdeɪhoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “pendejo” in a sentence?

Here is “pendejo” used in a sentence: “He called his coworker a pendejo after the mistake.”

What part of speech is “pendejo”?

“Pendejo” is a noun.

Where does the word “pendejo” come from?

The word “pendejo” comes from Spanish. Borrowed directly from Spanish pendejo.

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