English–Spanish

“reckless” in Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/aloˈkaðo/

Example

No tomes decisiones alocadas sin pensar.

Don't make reckless decisions without thinking first.

Illustration for alocado (reckless)

How to say “reckless” in Spanish

“Reckless” in Spanish is alocado.

A person acting on impulse and ignoring warning signs.

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

Example sentences with alocado

Una idea alocada puede ser divertida, pero arriesgada.

A wild idea can be fun, but risky.

Tips for using alocado

  • Used for impulsive, risky actions rather than a medical diagnosis, so translating it simply as 'crazy' can sound harsher or misleading without context.

Other Spanish words for “reckless”

No seas temerario al cruzar la calle.

Don't be reckless when you cross the street.

Fue descerebrado conducir tan rápido en la ciudad.

It was reckless to drive so fast in the city.

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