English–Spanish

“harmless” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/inofenˈsiβo/

Example

No te preocupes, el perro es inofensivo.

Don't worry, the dog is harmless.

Illustration for inofensivo (harmless)

How to say “harmless” in Spanish

“Harmless” in Spanish is inofensivo.

A gentle rabbit with relaxed ears.

Full entry for inofensivo: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with inofensivo

Aunque parezca inofensivo, algunas plantas pueden ser tóxicas.

Although it may seem harmless, some plants can be toxic.

Tips for using inofensivo

  • The word commonly describes animals, objects, or substances and can sound dismissive or imply weakness when used about a person.

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