Spanish Conversation · Level 79
60 words
Spanish word
indeseado
Pronunciation
IPA/indeseˈaðo/
Meaning
- adjectiveundesirable
Example
Este efecto es indeseado.
This effect is undesirable.
More examples
Si surge un problema indeseado, avísame enseguida.
If an undesirable problem arises, let me know right away.
Core concept
An item or outcome that people do not want in a specific situation.
Common phrases
problema indeseado
undesirable problem
riesgo indeseado
undesirable risk
resultado indeseado
undesirable outcome
Similar words
inadecuado: Ill-suited to a task or role; lacking the qualities needed for the purpose.
inapropiado: Improper for the setting or moment; clashes with expected conduct.
indeseable: Results in harmful or unwelcome outcomes that undermine aims.
molesto: Produces an unpleasant feeling or inconvenience for others.
Definition in Spanish
Que no se quiere o no se acepta en cierto contexto; que resulta indeseable.
Word origin
The adjective comes from the negative prefix in- plus deseado, the past participle of desear, giving a literal sense of 'not desired'.
Usage tips
- Applied to a person, indeseado can sound blunt or offensive, and speakers may use periphrastic alternatives such as persona no bienvenida or no deseada.