bescheuert
stupid
A colloquial, derogatory word for stupid, crazy, or nonsensical.
EXAMPLE
Das war eine total bescheuerte Idee, jetzt haben wir den Salat.
That was a totally stupid idea, and now we're in a mess.
bescheuert
stupid / lousy
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Meanings
bescheuert
lousy
Colloquial for very bad, unpleasant, or annoying.
EXAMPLE
Wegen des Staus war mein ganzer Tag bescheuert.
Because of the traffic jam, my whole day was lousy.
Usage tips
Colloquial style
'Bescheuert' (stupid/lousy) is a strongly colloquial word. It can be perceived as impolite or even insulting, especially when applied to people. Use it only in very informal situations.
EXAMPLE
Ich finde diese neue Regelung total bescheuert.
I think this new regulation is totally stupid.
Versatile use
You can use 'bescheuert' (stupid/lousy) flexibly: before a noun, after a verb like 'sein' (to be), or even as a standalone exclamation to express annoyance or disbelief.
EXAMPLE
Das ist ein bescheuerter Film.
That's a stupid film.
People vs. situations
If 'bescheuert' (stupid/lousy) refers to a person, an idea, or an action, it means 'dumm' (stupid) or 'verrückt' (crazy). If it refers to a general situation, a day, or the weather, it tends to mean 'schlecht' (bad) or 'ärgerlich' (annoying).
EXAMPLE
Frag nicht so bescheuert!
Don't ask such a stupid question!
Compare with
bescheuert vs blöd
stupid / annoying
Blöd and bescheuert can both be used to criticize an unreasonable idea or action. Bescheuert usually sounds more casual and considerably harsher, while blöd is generally milder. Blöd is more suitable for cautious criticism; bescheuert is more suitable when expressing strong annoyance.
bescheuert
Ich finde den Vorschlag völlig bescheuert.
I think the suggestion is completely ridiculous.
blöd
Ich finde den Vorschlag blöd.
I think the suggestion is stupid.
In real life
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