desgraciado
What does “desgraciado” mean in English?
It's an insult aimed at someone perceived as a wretch or nasty person. Literally, it translates to 'unfortunate person.'
Literally “unfortunate person”
You'd use it similarly to calling someone a 'bastard' or 'asshole' in English, typically as a directed insult. It can also refer to someone genuinely unfortunate without being abusive, depending on the context.
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