Spanish · Adjectives
Malo
Bad
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of poor quality; unpleasant.
Example
Tuve un día muy malo.
I had a very bad day.
Etymology
'Malo' comes from the Latin 'malus', which means 'bad'. The word has retained its negative connotation through centuries of usage in various contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
'Malo' is often used in everyday language, both in formal and informal situations, in both spoken and written forms. It is prevalent across all Spanish-speaking regions.