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garabato means scribble — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: April 5, 2026

😆 Funny Words

garabato

noun • /[ga-ra-BA-to]/

scribble

Example:

Hizo un garabato en su cuaderno.

He made a scribble in his notebook.

🧠 What does garabato mean?

Garabato refers to a hasty, illegible, or meaningless mark or sign made with a pen or pencil. It is often used to describe handwriting that is difficult to read, or a drawing or doodle that is carelessly done. The word itself has a somewhat whimsical sound, fitting for its meaning of a messy scrawl.

📚 Extra examples

  • Mi firma es un garabato tan rápido que nadie la entiende.
    My signature is such a quick scribble that nobody understands it.
  • Los niños pequeños a menudo hacen garabatos en lugar de dibujos claros.
    Young children often make scribbles instead of clear drawings.
  • Escribió una nota apresurada que terminó siendo un garabato ilegible.
    He wrote a hurried note that ended up being an illegible scribble.
  • El médico dejó un garabato en la receta, esperando que la farmacia pudiera descifrarlo.
    The doctor left a scribble on the prescription, hoping the pharmacy could decipher it.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'garabato' can also refer to a hook or a crooked stick, hinting at the irregular shape of a scribble.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "garabato"

Synonyms: tache, raya, borrón, garabateo
Opposites: caligrafía, escritura clara, dibujo detallado

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'scribble' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'scribble' is garabato.
How do you pronounce 'garabato' in Spanish?
Garabato is pronounced gah-rah-BAH-toh. The stress is on the second-to-last syllable, 'ba'.
How do you use 'garabato' in a sentence?
'Garabato' is used as a noun. For example: 'Su letra es un garabato.' (His handwriting is a scribble.) or 'Hizo un garabato en el margen.' (He made a scribble in the margin.)
What is the English translation of 'garabato'?
The English translation of 'garabato' is 'scribble'.
Does 'garabato' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'garabato' is a masculine noun and changes for number. The singular is 'garabato' and the plural is 'garabatos'.
Is 'garabato' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'garabato' is a common word used in everyday Spanish, particularly when referring to handwriting or informal drawings.
Does 'garabato' have slang or double meanings?
While its primary meaning is 'scribble', 'garabato' can sometimes be used humorously or colloquially to refer to something messy or poorly executed, beyond just writing.
Is 'garabato' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning of 'garabato' as 'scribble' is generally consistent across Spain and Latin America. Regional variations might exist for other less common meanings or colloquial uses.

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