Spanish Conversation · Level 71
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Spanish word
obsceno
Pronunciation
IPA/oβsˈθeno/
Meaning
- adjectiveobscene
Example
Ese chiste es obsceno.
That joke is obscene.
More examples
No uses lenguaje obsceno en la reunión.
Do not use obscene language at the meeting.
Core concept
Explicit sexual content or behavior judged indecent.
Common phrases
chiste obsceno
obscene joke
lenguaje obsceno
obscene language
Similar words
vulgar: Crude, tasteless language or behavior that many find offensive or lowbrow.
indecente: Sexual expression or conduct that society regards as inappropriate or unacceptable.
grosero: Rude, impolite words or actions that show a lack of courtesy or restraint.
pornográfico: Graphic sexual depiction that directly portrays sexual acts, often meant to arouse.
Definition in Spanish
Que implica contenido sexual explícito o un comportamiento considerado indecente, usado para criticar chistes, imágenes o actos.
Word origin
From Latin obscēnus 'foul, indecent', Spanish obsceno preserves that sense and refers to material or acts judged sexually improper or offensive.
Usage tips
- Obsceno carries a strong moral or legal tone, so speakers often prefer milder phrases such as subido de tono or picante for risqué jokes.
Other meanings
- indecentadjective
- vulgaradjective
Opposites
- decentedecentadjective
- castochasteadjective
Related words
- obscenidadobscenitynoun
- obscenamenteobscenelyadverb