scemo
What does scemo mean? scemo is a Italian mild that translates to “dumb, silly, stupid” in English.
Literal Translation
diminished / lacking (from Latin 'ex-aemus')
Meaning & Usage
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"dumb, silly, stupid"
A mild insult meaning stupid or silly — the Italian equivalent of calling someone 'dumb' without real malice. 'Sei scemo' can be said affectionately between friends or genuinely as an insult, depending entirely on tone. It's one of the first insults Italian children learn.
Examples in the Wild
'Sei scemo!' — you're dumb! (can be playful). 'Lo scemo del villaggio' — the village idiot. 'Scemo, ti amo' — dummy, I love you.