What does "desdeñable" mean in English?

Learn the English meaning of "desdeñable" with examples and practice

Spanish

desdeñable

English

contemptible

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download

Alternative translations of "desdeñable"

disdainful
despicable
scornful
contemptuous

Examples of how to use "desdeñable" in Spanish

Spanish
No es una cantidad desdeñable.
English
It's not a negligible amount.
Spanish
Su actitud fue claramente desdeñable.
English
His attitude was clearly contemptible.
Spanish
No consideres su comentario desdeñable.
English
Don't consider his comment insignificant.
Spanish
Esa respuesta me parece desdeñable.
English
That response seems dismissible to me.
Spanish
Tuvieron un gesto desdeñable contigo.
English
They made a dismissive gesture towards you.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "desdeñable" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use it naturally in Spanish.

Test Yourself with Flashcards

Card 1 of 5
Score: 0/0
Translate to English
No es una cantidad desdeñable.

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download
What does "desdeñable" mean in English? | Habladoo