oaf
word
Definition
A person who is clumsy, awkward, or not very smart, often in a way that causes problems or annoyance.
Usage & Nuances
'Oaf' is informal, often mildly insulting but not very harsh. Used to describe someone clumsy, silly, or lacking common sense—frequently for large or awkward men. Not commonly used for women or in very serious criticism. Similar but softer than 'idiot' or 'fool.'
Spanish: tontorrón - zoquetePortuguese (BR): pateta - broncoPortuguese (PT): pateta - broncoChinese (Simplified): 笨蛋 - 傻瓜Chinese (Traditional): 笨蛋 - 傻瓜Hindi: मूर्ख - गधा (मजलूम आदमी)Arabic: أحمق - أبلهBengali: অজগর - গেঁয়ো - গাব্দাRussian: болван - неуклюжийJapanese: 間抜け - ドジVietnamese: người vụng về - người khờ khạoKorean: 덩치 - 멍청이Turkish: ahmak - sakarUrdu: بھدا - اناڑیIndonesian: orang dungu - orang canggung
Example Sentences
He acted like an oaf at the dinner table.
basic
The oaf dropped his phone again.
basic
Don't be such an oaf!
basic
He’s a lovable oaf, always making everyone laugh even when he messes up.
natural
Sometimes you’re such an oaf, but I still like hanging out with you.
natural
Jake is a big oaf, but he has a good heart.
natural