Spanish Conversation · Level 59
74 words
Spanish word
indiscreto
Pronunciation
IPA/indisˈkɾeto/
Meaning
- adjectiveindiscreet
Example
Fue indiscreto revelar su plan.
It was indiscreet to reveal his plan.
More examples
Su indiscreto comentario provocó malentendidos.
His indiscreet remark caused misunderstandings.
Core concept
A person blurting a friend's secret at a dinner party.
Common phrases
comentario indiscreto
indiscreet remark
acto indiscreto
indiscreet action
Similar words
intrometido: Interferes in others' private business by asking probing or inappropriate questions.
chismoso: Gossips eagerly, spreading or repeating private talk as entertainment.
indelicado: Lacks politeness or tact when speaking, often causing discomfort.
imprudente: Displays lack of caution in words or deeds, creating avoidable problems.
Definition in Spanish
Que revela o comenta asuntos privados o sensibles sin tacto ni prudencia.
Word origin
From the negative prefix in- plus discreto (from Latin discretus 'prudent'), so the adjective denotes a lack of tact or prudence in revealing private matters.
Usage tips
- When introducing a personal question Spanish speakers often preface with 'Si no es indiscreción' to check whether it is appropriate to ask.