Spanish phrase

¿Es vulgar?

Meaning

Is it vulgar?

When to use it

Asks whether something is crude or indecent. It is used to check if a word, joke, or outfit suits the situation and to request a mild judgment.

Example dialogue

¿Es vulgar usar esa palabra en el correo?

Is it vulgar to use that word in the email?

No, en ese contexto está bien; es coloquial pero no ofensiva.

No, in that context it's fine; it's colloquial but not offensive.

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