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despelucado means messy-haired — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: November 19, 2025

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despelucado

adjective • /[des-peh-loo-KAH-doh]/

messy-haired

Example:

Amanecí todo despelucado hoy.

I woke up all messy-haired today.

🧠 What does despelucado mean?

The adjective 'despelucado' (or 'despelucada' for feminine) describes someone whose hair is messy, disheveled, uncombed, or tousled. It suggests hair that is sticking up or going in all directions, often from sleeping, wind, or simply not being styled. The term is informal and can be used in a humorous or affectionate way to describe a person's appearance.

📚 Extra examples

  • El niño se despertó de la siesta todo despelucado.
    The boy woke up from his nap with his hair all messy.
  • Después del paseo en la motocicleta, llegué a casa despelucada.
    After the motorcycle ride, I arrived home with my hair completely disheveled.
  • Siempre andas despelucado, ¿nunca te peinas?
    You're always messy-haired, don't you ever comb your hair?

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'despelucado' is derived from the root 'pelo' (hair). The prefix 'des-' indicates reversal or negation, and the verb form 'despelucar' means 'to mess up one's hair.' So, someone who is 'despelucado' is literally in a state of having their hair messed up.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "despelucado"

Synonyms: despeinado, desgreñado, revuelto, enmarañado
Opposites: peinado, arreglado, compuesto, acicalado

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'messy-haired' in Spanish?
A common and expressive word is 'despelucado/a'. Another widely used term is 'despeinado/a', which literally means 'uncombed'. 'Despelucado' often implies a slightly wilder or more chaotic messiness.
How do you pronounce 'despelucado' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is des-peh-loo-KAH-doh. The stress falls on the second-to-last syllable, 'ca'.
How do you use 'despelucado' in a sentence?
It is an adjective, typically used with the verb 'estar' to describe a temporary state. For example: 'Estoy despelucado porque hay mucho viento.' (My hair is messy because it's very windy.) It must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes.
What is the English translation of 'despelucado'?
The best English translations are 'messy-haired,' 'disheveled,' 'uncombed,' or 'tousled.'
Does 'despelucado' change for gender or number?
Yes, it follows standard adjective agreement rules: 'despelucado' (masculine singular), 'despelucada' (feminine singular), 'despelucados' (masculine plural), and 'despelucadas' (feminine plural).
Is 'despelucado' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, it is a very common colloquial word used frequently in informal, everyday conversations across the Spanish-speaking world.
Does 'despelucado' have slang or double meanings?
Its primary and most common meaning refers to messy hair. Figuratively, it can describe something disorganized or in disarray, but this usage is much less common.
Is 'despelucado' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word is widely understood and used with the same meaning in both Spain and Latin America. There are no significant regional differences in its core definition.

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