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“uncultured” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/iŋˈkulto/

Example

Su comentario fue inculto.

His comment was uncultured.

Illustration for inculto (uncultured)

How to say “uncultured” in Spanish

“Uncultured” in Spanish is inculto.

A dusty, empty bookshelf.

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

Example sentences with inculto

En la reunión se mostró inculto.

At the meeting he appeared uncultured.

Tips for using inculto

  • Spanish inculto typically criticizes lack of cultural formation or refined taste rather than mere ignorance or rudeness, and speakers often use poco culto to soften the remark in polite contexts.

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