What is the Spanish word for "rough"?

Learn how to say "rough" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

rough

Spanish

agitado

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Alternative translations of "rough"

agitado
turbulento
áspero
rugoso
duro

Examples of how to use "rough" in Spanish

English
The boat ride was very rough today.
Spanish
El paseo en barco estuvo muy agitado hoy.
English
The road is rough after the storm.
Spanish
El camino está áspero después de la tormenta.
English
This towel feels rough and scratchy.
Spanish
Esta toalla se siente áspera y rasposa.
English
He had a rough day at work.
Spanish
Tuvo un día difícil en el trabajo.
English
Sanding removes the rough edges.
Spanish
Lijar elimina los bordes ásperos.

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