blockhead
word
Definition
A 'blockhead' is a slang or informal term for a person who is not very smart or is acting foolishly.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly informal and mildly insulting—use with caution; similar to 'dummy' or 'fool'. Commonly used in playful teasing rather than serious criticism. Not used in very formal situations.
Spanish: cabeza dura - tontoPortuguese (BR): cabeça-dura - cabeça-de-ventoPortuguese (PT): cabeça-dura - patetaChinese (Simplified): 笨蛋 - 傻瓜Chinese (Traditional): 笨蛋 - 傻瓜Hindi: मूर्ख - बुद्धूArabic: أبله - غبيBengali: গাধা - বোকাRussian: болван - тупицаJapanese: バカ - まぬけVietnamese: đồ ngốc - kẻ ngốcKorean: 바보 - 멍청이Turkish: ahmak - aptalUrdu: گھامڑ - بیوقوفIndonesian: bodoh - tolol
Example Sentences
Why did you forget your keys again, you blockhead?
natural
Don't be such a blockhead!
basic
My little brother can be a real blockhead sometimes.
basic
That was a blockhead move.
basic
He's not a blockhead, he just needs more experience.
natural
Come on, don't call yourself a blockhead just because you made a mistake.
natural