Adjective, also used as a noun.
/ˈsuɾðo/
Zurdo primarily refers to a person who is left-handed. It can be used to describe a left-handed individual in both informal and formal contexts. The term can also be used more broadly to denote anything relating to the left side. In daily usage, zurdo is commonly found in oral conversation as well as in written contexts, especially when discussing topics related to handedness, sports, or general traits.
The word zurdo is moderately common in the Spanish language, particularly in educational settings or discussions about handedness. It may be more frequently encountered in informal contexts like casual conversations or among practitioners in relevant fields (e.g., psychology or education).
Juan is left-handed and always uses his left hand to write.
En la escuela, los niños zurdos a veces tienen problemas con las tijeras.
The word zurdo is not particularly common in established idiomatic expressions, but it can be used in specific contexts:
My friend finds it difficult to find suitable tools because he is left-handed.
Siempre he creído que ser zurdo es una ventaja en algunos deportes.
The term zurdo comes from the Latin word surdus, meaning "deaf" or, by extension, "awkward" or "clumsy," which has evolved in modern Spanish to denote someone who primarily uses their left hand. The connection likely arises from historical associations of left-handedness with being awkward or clumsy.