Adjective · A1 · Spanish glossary
Sucio: dirty
sucio
Pronunciation: SOO-syoh (stress the capital letters)
Sucio means “dirty” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: dirty
- How to say it: SOO-syoh
- Forms: sucio, sucia, sucios, sucias
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “sucio” means and how to use it
Sucio means “dirty.” The opposite is “limpio.”
Forms of “sucio”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | sucio | sucios |
| Feminine | sucia | sucias |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Mis zapatos están sucios.My shoes are dirty.
- El baño estaba sucio.The bathroom was dirty.
- Pon la ropa sucia aquí.Put the dirty clothes here.
Usage tip
The word is also used in a figurative way: “juego sucio” means “dirty play,” and “dinero sucio” means “dirty money.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “dirty” in Spanish?
“dirty” in Spanish is “sucio.” It is pronounced SOO-syoh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “sucio”?
Say SOO-syoh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “sucio” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “sucio,” “sucia,” “sucios,” and “sucias.”
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