cretino
What does cretino mean? cretino is a Italian moderate that translates to “moron, idiot, cretin” in English.
Literal Translation
cretin
Meaning & Usage
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"moron, idiot, cretin"
The Italian cognate of 'cretin' — same Alpine etymology as the French word (from 'Christian,' originally used compassionately for people with iodine-deficiency disabilities). In modern Italian, it's a standard insult for stupidity, stronger than 'stupido' but weaker than 'coglione.'
Examples in the Wild
'Sei un cretino!' — you're a moron! 'Non fare il cretino' — don't be an idiot. 'Cretino!' as a standalone exclamation when someone does something dumb.