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zopenco means dummy / oaf — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 9, 2025

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zopenco

noun • /[soh-PEHN-koh]/

dummy / oaf

Example:

¡Qué zopenco eres al andar sin zapatos!

What an oaf walking around without shoes!

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🧠 What does zopenco mean?

Zopenco is a funny Spanish word used to describe someone clumsy, foolish, or a bit of a simpleton. Think of it as calling someone a "dummy," "oaf," "blockhead," or "dunce" – it's lighthearted and meant to tease rather than seriously insult. It implies a lack of common sense or intelligence, but in a playful way.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¡Qué zopenco eres! Se te olvidaron las llaves otra vez.
    You're such a dummy! You forgot your keys again.
  • No seas zopenco, ¡eso no tiene sentido!
    Don't be a dunce, that makes no sense!
  • Me porté como un zopenco en la fiesta.
    I acted like a real oaf at the party.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'dummy / oaf' in Spanish?
One way to say 'dummy / oaf' in Spanish is 'zopenco'. There are other similar words too, depending on the nuance you're going for, like 'tonto', 'bobo', or 'menso'.
How do you pronounce 'zopenco' in Spanish?
It's pronounced tho-pen-ko (IPA: /θoˈpeŋko/). Remember the 'z' in Spanish makes a 'th' sound like in 'think'.
How do you use 'zopenco' in a sentence?
You can use 'zopenco' like an adjective before a noun (e.g., '¡Ese zopenco niño!'), or as an exclamation (e.g., '¡Zopenco!').
What is the English translation of 'zopenco'?
'Zopenco' translates to 'dummy', 'oaf', 'dunce', 'blockhead', or 'simpleton' in English.
Does 'zopenco' change for gender or number?
No, 'zopenco' stays the same whether you're talking about a man or a woman, or one person or many.
Is 'zopenco' common in everyday Spanish?
It's not super common, but you'll hear it occasionally, especially among friends or family. It's more common in informal settings.
Does 'zopenco' have slang or double meanings?
It doesn't really have any double meanings, but it's definitely informal and playful.
Is 'zopenco' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
While understood across the Spanish-speaking world, 'zopenco' might be heard slightly more in Spain than in Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "zopenco"

Synonyms: tonto, bobo, menso, idiota, imbécil
Opposites: listo, inteligente, ágil

💡 Did You Know?

While 'zopenco' might sound harsh, it's usually used playfully. The true intensity depends on the tone of voice and context.

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