/ buˈraða /
The word "burrada" is commonly used in colloquial Spanish to refer to a foolish or absurd remark or action, often suggesting that something was said or done without thought or reason. It implies that the action or statement is silly or nonsensical.
"Burrada" is frequently used in informal conversations rather than in written texts, and it conveys a sense of understatement regarding a mistake or foolishness.
"I don't understand how you made that blunder."
"Decir eso en una reunión fue una burrada."
"Saying that in a meeting was nonsense."
"A veces, decir burradas puede meter a uno en problemas."
The word "burrada" appears in several idiomatic expressions in Spanish, typically emphasizing foolishness or mistakes.
This phrase is used to tell someone that what they are saying doesn’t make sense or is not serious.
"Hacer una burrada."
Used to describe committing a foolish act or saying something ridiculous.
"No es una burrada."
Used to assert that something is indeed sensible or logical.
"Eso fue una burrada monumental."
Emphasizing the scale of the foolishness of an action.
"Esa idea es una burrada."
The term "burrada" derives from "burro," which means "donkey" in Spanish. It implies a connection to foolishness or lack of intelligence, as donkeys are often stereotypically seen as stubborn or ignorant animals. The suffix "-ada" is often used in Spanish to denote a large quantity or a specific type of action, hence referring to the action of being foolish.