Глупо
Pronunciation
GLOO-puh
Translation
glupo — stupidly
Context & Examples
Он поступил очень глупо, не послушав совет.
He acted very stupidly by not listening to advice.
Глупо было тратить столько времени на пустые разговоры.
It was foolish to spend so much time on empty conversations.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian, 'глупо' is typically used to describe actions or decisions rather than insulting a person's intelligence directly. It can carry a softer, more critical tone than calling someone 'глупый' (stupid).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Глупо" mean in Russian?
"Глупо" translates to "glupo — stupidly" in English. It is pronounced as "GLOO-puh".
How do you pronounce "Глупо"?
The pronunciation of "Глупо" is: GLOO-puh
How to use "Глупо" in a sentence?
Example: "Он поступил очень глупо, не послушав совет." which translates to "He acted very stupidly by not listening to advice.". Another example: "Глупо было тратить столько времени на пустые разговоры." — "It was foolish to spend so much time on empty conversations.".
What is the cultural significance of "Глупо" in Russia?
In Russian, 'глупо' is typically used to describe actions or decisions rather than insulting a person's intelligence directly. It can carry a softer, more critical tone than calling someone 'глупый' (stupid).