rude — having or showing no concern for the feelings of others; impolite
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having or showing no concern for the feelings of others; impolite
Pronunciation (IPA): /ruːd/
Korean meaning: 무례한, 예의 없는, 버릇없는
Korean pronunciation: **루**드
Example Sentences
- My boss gave me a rude awakening when he told me I was fired on Monday morning.
- It's rude to check your phone while someone is talking to you.
- The waiter was so rude that we left without ordering dessert.
rude
ADJECTIVE//ruːd//
having or showing no concern for the feelings of others; impolite
having or showing no concern for the feelings of others; impolite
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'rudis' meaning 'rough, unpolished, or crude.' The word entered Middle English through Old French and has been used since the 13th century to describe both physical roughness and lack of refinement in behavior.
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📝Examples
“My boss gave me a rude awakening when he told me I was fired on Monday morning.”
“It's rude to check your phone while someone is talking to you.”
“The waiter was so rude that we left without ordering dessert.”
“Don't be rude to your grandmother, or she'll write you out of her will!”
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