Spanish Conversation · Level 25
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Spanish word
alocado
Pronunciation
IPA/aloˈkaðo/
Meaning
- adjectivereckless
Example
No tomes decisiones alocadas sin pensar.
Don't make reckless decisions without thinking first.
More examples
Una idea alocada puede ser divertida, pero arriesgada.
A wild idea can be fun, but risky.
Core concept
A person acting on impulse and ignoring warning signs.
Common phrases
decisión alocada
reckless decision
idea alocada
wild idea
Similar words
impulsivo: Acts on sudden urges and reacts quickly without pausing to consider.
imprudente: Acts without regard for danger or the likely consequences of actions.
temerario: Takes bold, dangerous actions that openly disregard personal safety.
irreflexivo: Acts without reflection, failing to think matters through beforehand.
Definition in Spanish
Que procede por impulso y muestra falta de juicio o prudencia en sus acciones.
Word origin
From Spanish alocar 'to drive crazy' (from loco 'crazy') plus the adjectival suffix -ado, originally meaning 'made crazy' and now used for behavior that lacks judgment or prudence.
Usage tips
- Used for impulsive, risky actions rather than a medical diagnosis, so translating it simply as 'crazy' can sound harsher or misleading without context.
Other meanings
- eccentricadjective
Opposites
- cautocautiousadjective
- prudenteprudentadjective
Related words
- alocadamenterecklesslyadverb